Meals Matter

Italian Pasta Salad

Contributed By: mblackmon
Modified from another recipe

Fantastic and flavorful! This pasta salad is a real crowd pleaser. The longer it marinates in the fridge, the better it tastes!!!

Ingredients

1 1/2 pounds Uncooked assorted pasta shapes

12 Thin slices proscuitto, diced

12 Thin slices genoa salami, diced

1 pound Mozzarella cheese, cubed

1/2 cup Finely chopped red onion

8 oz. Sliced mushrooms

3 Tbls. capers

1 Small jar marinated artichokes, drained

2-3 cloves Garlic, minced

5 Tbls finely chopped fresh basil

1/2 cup Olive oil

6-8 Tbls white wine vinegar

1 Tbls. yellow mustard

Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation

Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain. In large bowl, combine pasta, diced proscuitto and salami, mushrooms, mozzarella cheese, red onion, artichokes and capers. In separate bowl, prepare the dressing as follows: whisk mustard and vinegar together; combine with olive oil and then add basil and garlic, salt and pepper. Mix well. Pour dressing over salad and toss gently to coat. Refridgerate at least one hour before serving. Serve cold.

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Recipe Details

Total Preparation Time: 15 to 30 minutes
Ingredients: Salads & Dressings
Actual Cooking Time: Less than 15 minutes
Number of Servings: More than 10
Origin: Italian
Special Features: Quick to Prepare (under 30 minutes)
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