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Pepperoni pasta salad with Italian dressing in a white bowl on a wooden table

Pepperoni Pasta Salad With Italian Dressing

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 6
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • Pasta rotini or fusilli preferred
  • Pepperoni slices regular or mini
  • Cherry tomatoes
  • Cucumber
  • Red onion
  • Black olives optional
  • Mozzarella cheese cubed or pearls
  • Italian dressing store-bought with good vinegar base
  • Salt and black pepper
  • Fresh parsley or basil optional

Method
 

  1. Cook the pasta in well-salted water until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking.
  2. While pasta cools, slice pepperoni (halve if large), chop cucumber into bite-sized pieces, halve cherry tomatoes, and thinly slice red onion.
  3. In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta, pepperoni, veggies, olives, and mozzarella. Mix lightly.
  4. Add Italian dressing gradually, tossing gently to coat evenly. Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed.
  5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30-60 minutes. Before serving, toss again and add a splash of dressing if dry.