Antipasto Salad Recipe

Name: Antipasto Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 package corkscrew pasta (rotini); 1 small red onion; 1 lb. small fresh mozzarella cheese balls (bocconcini); 1 piece hard salami; 1 pt. cherry tomatoes; 1 can quartered artichoke hearts in brine; 1 can sliced black olives; 1 jar sliced pimientos; 13 c. olive oil; 13 c. red wine vinegar; 1 1/2 tsp. salt; Coarsely ground pepper to taste

Servings: persons

1 package corkscrew pasta (rotini)
1 small red onion
1 lb. small fresh mozzarella cheese balls (bocconcini)
1 piece hard salami
1 pt. cherry tomatoes
1 can quartered artichoke hearts in brine
1 can sliced black olives
1 jar sliced pimientos
13 c. olive oil
13 c. red wine vinegar
1 1/2 tsp. salt
Coarsely ground pepper to taste

1
Heat large covered saucepot of salted water to boiling over high heat.
2
Add pasta and cook as label directs.
3
Meanwhile, in small bowl, combine onion and 1/2 cup very hot tap water; let soak 5 minutes.
4
Drain pasta.
5
Rinse with cold running water to stop cooking; drain again.
6
Drain onion.
7
In large serving bowl, combine pasta, onion, mozzarella, salami, tomatoes, artichokes, olives, pimientos, oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper.
8
Toss until evenly mixed.
9
If not serving right away, cover and refrigerate up to overnight.

7549

kcal

Calories

800

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 package corkscrew pasta (rotini), 1 small red onion, 1 lb. small fresh mozzarella cheese balls (bocconcini), 1 piece hard salami, and more.

Yes, Antipasto Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Antipasto Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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