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Deli Pasta Salad

July 7, 2019 by Sarah Olson Leave a Comment

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Deli Pasta Salad is similar to the pasta salad at the deli counter but so much fresher and cheaper.

This deli salad is one of my go-to recipes for having on hand for packed lunches and even to serve as a side at a barbecue.

pasta salad with meat and olives

This deli pasta salad recipe I found in my vintage Kentucky sampler cookbook. I’ve made versions of this but never one with hard salami in it.

I love how easy this recipe is to throw together and how well it holds up in the fridge. In fact, I have this recipe on the menu for when we spend a week at the lake next month.

ingredients for pasta salad on a wooden cutting board

How to make Deli Pasta Salad:

Gather these ingredients:

  • Spiral pasta (3 colored pasta)
  • Sliced black olives
  • Diced red onion
  • Hard salami – cut into thin strips
  • Diced green bell pepper
  • Chopped flat leaf parsley
  • Grated parmesan cheese (the kind in the green shaker)
  • Italian dressing (regular or fat-free)
white bowl with deli pasta salad in it.

Directions:

  1. Boil pasta according to package directions, drain and rinse with cold water. Add drained pasta to a large bowl.
  2. Add remaining ingredients to the bowl and mix well. Refrigerate for 2 hours or longer before serving.
clear bowl filled with deli pasta salad

How long can I store pasta salad?

This recipe isn’t mayonnaise-based so I keep this salad in the fridge for 3 days. After that, it seems the pasta gets mushy. Make sure to keep it in an airtight container or cover it in plastic wrap.

close up of deli pasta salad

Variations:

  • Ham or chicken- use ham or chicken instead of salami for a healthier salad.
  • Balsamic dressing – Add a different flavor to this recipe with tangy balsamic dressing.
  • Additional veggies – Add tomatoes or celery for more color and flavor.

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Deli Pasta Salad

Homemade deli style pasta salad! So easy to make for a fraction of the cost.
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Keyword Deli Pasta Salad
Prep Time 10 minutes minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes minutes
Total Time 20 minutes minutes
Servings 10
Calories 340kcal
Author Sarah Olson

Ingredients:

  • 16 oz. rotini tri-colored pasta
  • 1.5 cups thinly sliced hard salami
  • 3.8 oz. can black olives
  • 1 cup sliced red onion
  • 1 green bell pepper sliced
  • 1/4 cup chopped flat leaf parsley
  • 1.5 cup Zesty Italian dressing
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese (the kind from a green shaker bottle)
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Instructions:

  • Cook the pasta according to package directions, drain in a colander and rinse with cold water. Drain well.
  • Add the drained pasta to a large bowl and add remaining ingredients. Stir well. Cover pasta with a lid or plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving or longer.
  • Serve and enjoy!

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Recipe Notes:

If you can’t find hard salami in the sausage form, buy already sliced salami and into strips.
Full fat or fat-free Italian dressing can be used in this recipe (or any other oil based dressing).
 

Nutrition:

Calories: 340kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 18mg | Sodium: 865mg | Potassium: 248mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 265IU | Vitamin C: 12.9mg | Calcium: 83mg | Iron: 1.1mg

Nutrition info is auto-generated. This information is an estimate; if you are on a special diet, please use your own calculations.

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Other great Pasta Salad Recipes you will love:

  • Tuna Pasta Salad – This can be a complete meal!
  • Caprese Pasta Salad – This recipe is perfect for summer get-togethers.
  • Italian Spaghetti Pasta Salad – I love the spaghetti noodles in this pasta salad, such a fun change.
  • Caesar Salad Pasta Salad – Green salad and pasta combined. This can be a complete meal!
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