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Easy Italian Antipasto Pasta Salad

Easy Italian Antipasto Pasta Salad
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If you’re on the lookout for a vibrant and delicious dish that’s both satisfying and easy to prepare, look no further than this Easy Italian Antipasto Pasta Salad! This delightful recipe combines colorful ingredients and bold flavors, making it perfect for busy weeknights, family gatherings, or potlucks. With its blend of hearty turkey slices, fresh veggies, and a zesty vinaigrette, this pasta salad is sure to impress everyone at your table. Plus, it can be made ahead of time, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully for an even tastier experience.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz dry rotini pasta
  • 9 oz hard turkey slices, chopped
  • 6.5 oz turkey pepperoni, chopped
  • 1 cup canned artichoke hearts, drained & quartered
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup olives, pitted & halved
  • ½ cup pepperoncini, sliced
  • 8 oz mozzarella pearls
  • ¼ cup red onion, sliced thin
  • ⅓ cup fresh basil, sliced thin
  • ½ cup olive oil
  • ¼ cup red apple vinegar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 Tbsp Italian seasoning
  • ¼ tsp red pepper flakes
  • Salt & black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the rotini pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and allow to cool completely.
  2. In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, red apple vinegar, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper to create the vinaigrette.
  3. Chop the turkey slices and turkey pepperoni into bite-sized pieces. Halve the cherry tomatoes and slice olives and red onion thinly.
  4. In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta with all prepared ingredients. Pour vinaigrette over the top and toss gently until evenly coated.
  5. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance flavors.

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