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Italian Hoagie Pasta Salad

Italian Hoagie Pasta Salad: Easy, Flavorful, and No-Cook!

This Italian Hoagie Pasta Salad is a quick, no-cook dish that combines bold flavors, making it perfect for gatherings and busy nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 11 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 26 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 ounces Penne Pasta short pasta like rotini works too
  • 4 ounces Genoa Salami can substitute with turkey or chicken
  • 4 ounces Ham can replace with turkey ham or omit
  • 4 ounces Pepperoni chopped olives can be a vegetarian alternative
  • 4 ounces Provolone Cheese substitute with mozzarella or another mild cheese
  • 2 cups Chopped Lettuce mixed greens work too
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes can use diced bell peppers
  • 1/2 cup Red Onion green onions can be a milder option
  • 1/2 cup Pepperoncinis jalapeños can be used instead
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Greek yogurt can be a lighter alternative
  • 1/4 cup Italian Dressing homemade or vinaigrette is suitable
  • 2 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar apple cider vinegar is a good substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder fresh minced garlic is an option
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning mix of dried basil, oregano, and thyme can work
  • to taste Salt and Pepper season to taste
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley omit if you're short on time

Equipment

  • large pot
  • colander
  • mixing bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Gather all fresh ingredients. Chop salami, ham, pepperoni, cheese, dice tomatoes, onion, shred lettuce, and slice pepperoncinis.
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add penne pasta and cook for 9-11 minutes until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, Italian dressing, red wine vinegar, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Whisk until smooth.
  4. In a large bowl, add cooled pasta and dressing. Mix gently until pasta is evenly coated.
  5. Incorporate salami, ham, pepperoni, cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, onion, and pepperoncinis into pasta. Toss until well distributed.
  6. Cover and chill salad for at least 1 hour before serving. Stir and garnish with parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 10gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 780mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 5mg

Notes

This salad can be prepared a day in advance for enhanced flavors. Store in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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