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Grinder Pasta Salad

Grinder Pasta Salad: A Flavorful Twist on Your Summer Picnic

Grinder Pasta Salad is a vibrant, customizable dish perfect for summer picnics and busy weeknights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 12 oz Pasta cooked and cooled
  • 2 cups Cucumber diced
  • 2 cups Cherry Tomatoes halved
  • 2 cups Cabbage finely shredded
  • 1 cup Sweet Onion diced
  • 1 cup Banana Peppers chopped
  • 6 oz Deli Turkey chopped
  • 6 oz Deli Ham chopped
  • 6 oz Turkey Pepperoni chopped
  • 6 oz Provolone Cheese chopped
For the Dressing
  • 3/4 cup Plain Greek Yogurt for creamy dressing
  • 2 tbsp Mayonnaise for richness
  • 2 tbsp White Wine Vinegar for tanginess
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese for nuttiness
  • 1 tbsp Honey for sweetness
  • 1 clove Garlic finely minced
  • 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard for a kick
  • 1/2 tsp Salt to taste
  • 1/4 tsp Black Pepper to taste

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Pot
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Dressing: In a small mixing bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, white wine vinegar, Parmesan cheese, honey, minced garlic, and Dijon mustard. Season with salt and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until smooth and creamy, then set aside.
  2. Cook and Cool the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool completely.
  3. Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled pasta, cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, cabbage, sweet onion, banana peppers, deli turkey, deli ham, turkey pepperoni, and provolone cheese. Gently mix together.
  4. Mix Dressing and Salad: Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss everything together to coat evenly.
  5. Garnish and Chill: Consider sprinkling additional Parmesan cheese or fresh herbs over the top. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Allow the salad ingredients to chill for enhanced flavor infusion before serving. Consider experimenting with different veggies or proteins for a personalized touch.

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