Antipasto Rotini Pasta Salad ๐ฅ
Prep Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 12
Description:
This Antipasto Rotini Pasta Salad is a crowd-pleaser, perfect for gatherings or team dinners. Bursting with flavors and textures, it’s a go-to recipe that ensures empty bowls every time! ๐
Ingredients:
- 1 box rotini pasta
- 1 cup provolone cheese, cubed
- 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, cubed
- 1 green pepper, diced
- 1 cup tomatoes, diced
- 2-3 mushrooms, sliced
- 1 can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
- 3/4 cup canola oil
- 1/2 cup white vinegar
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
Instructions:
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Prepare Salad Ingredients:
- Cook rotini pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water.
- In a large salad bowl, combine cooked rotini pasta, cubed provolone cheese, cubed Monterey Jack cheese, diced green pepper, diced tomatoes, sliced mushrooms, and chopped artichoke hearts.
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Make Salad Dressing:
- In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together canola oil, white vinegar, oregano, salt, and pepper. This dressing can be made at least 2 hours in advance or even better, the night before, to allow the flavors to meld together.
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Combine and Let Set:
- Pour the prepared dressing over the salad ingredients in the large bowl.
- Gently toss the salad until all ingredients are well coated with the dressing. Allow the salad to “set” for a while to allow the flavors to mingle.
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Serve:
- This recipe makes more dressing than needed, so add just enough dressing to coat the salad ingredients. Toss thoroughly to ensure every bite is packed with flavor.
- Serve chilled and enjoy the vibrant flavors of this Antipasto Rotini Pasta Salad!
This recipe is not only delicious but also customizable. Feel free to add your favorite antipasto ingredients like olives, salami, or marinated artichoke hearts to make it your own. It’s a versatile dish that’s sure to become a staple in your recipe collection! ๐ฝ๏ธ
