Italian Grinder Pasta Salad
This Italian Grinder Pasta Salad combines two classics, the Italian Grinder Sandwich and Pasta Salad, tossed in a creamy dressing. No wonder this easy dish is so popular!
Prep Time10 minutes mins
Cook Time10 minutes mins
Total Time20 minutes mins
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Italian
Keyword: Italian Grinder Pasta Salad
Servings: 10
Calories: 609kcal
- 1 pound rotini pasta
- ¾ cup pickled red onion
- 1 ½ cups cherry tomatoes quartered
- 2 cups Romaine lettuce shredded
- 4 ounces ham chopped
- 4 ounces salami chopped
- 4 ounces pepperoni chopped
- 8 ounces mozzarella balls
- 2.25 ounces black olives sliced
- 1 cup cucumber chopped
The Dressing
- 1 ½ cups mayonaisse
- ⅓ cup red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
In a large pot, cook pasta al dente according to the directions on the package. Drain and set aside.
In a small bowl, add all the dressing ingredients and whisk until well combined.
Add cooked pasta and remaining ingredients to a large bowl. Then, pour dressing over the top and toss to coat.
- Cut the meats and vegetables evenly so every bite is filled with flavor.
- Wait to add the lettuce and tomatoes until you’re ready to eat.
- Chill the salad before serving. This allows all the flavors to settle and meld together.
- Save time making the dressing up to 7 days in advance.
Calories: 609kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 43g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 17g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 49mg | Sodium: 1155mg | Potassium: 337mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 990IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 117mg | Iron: 2mg