Italian Style Pasta Salad Recipe

Name: Italian Style Pasta Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 oz. spaghetti or vermicelli; 1 (6 oz.) jar marinated artichoke hearts, drained; 1/2 c. sliced zucchini; 1/2 c. shredded carrot; 2 oz. sliced salami, cut into strips; 1 c. (1/4 lb.) shredded Mozzarella cheese; 2 Tbsp. grated Parmesan cheese; 1/2 c. Italian salad dressing; 1/4 tsp. dried oregano, crushed; 1/4 tsp. dried basil, crushed; 1/4 tsp. dry mustard; 1 clove garlic, minced

Servings: persons

4 oz. spaghetti or vermicelli
1 (6 oz.) jar marinated artichoke hearts, drained
1/2 c. sliced zucchini
1/2 c. shredded carrot
2 oz. sliced salami, cut into strips
1 c. (1/4 lb.) shredded Mozzarella cheese
2 Tbsp. grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 c. Italian salad dressing
1/4 tsp. dried oregano, crushed
1/4 tsp. dried basil, crushed
1/4 tsp. dry mustard
1 clove garlic, minced

1
Break spaghetti in half.
2
Cook spaghetti according to package directions; drain.
3
Set aside.
4
Coarsely chop artichoke hearts. Halve zucchini slices.
5
In large bowl, combine spaghetti, artichokes, zucchini, carrot, salami and cheeses.
6
In jar with tight fitting lid, combine dressing, oregano, basil, mustard and garlic; shake well.
7
Pour dressing over spaghetti mixture.
8
Toss to coat evenly.
9
Cover and chill several hours before serving. Makes 8 to 10 side dish servings or 4 to 5 main dish servings.

220

kcal

Calories

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: 4 oz. spaghetti or vermicelli, 1 (6 oz.) jar marinated artichoke hearts, drained, 1/2 c. sliced zucchini, 1/2 c. shredded carrot, and more.

Yes, Italian Style Pasta Salad falls under the Pasta & Noodles 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!

Italian Style Pasta Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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