Party Parmesan Pasta Salad Recipe

Name: Party Parmesan Pasta Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 cups penne pasta (750 g); 12-1 cup fresh grated parmesan cheese (both usually available in deli) or 12-1 cup asiago cheese (both usually available in deli); ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil; ¼ cup red wine vinegar; 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard; 2 garlic cloves, minced; ½ teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; 3 ounces thinly sliced salami (optional); ¾ cup kalamata olive, pitted (or other good quality olives); 2 cups cherry tomatoes; ¾ cup green pepper, chopped; ½ cup chopped fresh basil

Servings: persons

6 cups penne pasta (750 g)
12-1 cup fresh grated parmesan cheese (both usually available in deli) or 12-1 cup asiago cheese (both usually available in deli)
¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
¼ cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 garlic cloves, minced
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
3 ounces thinly sliced salami (optional)
¾ cup kalamata olive, pitted (or other good quality olives)
2 cups cherry tomatoes
¾ cup green pepper, chopped
½ cup chopped fresh basil

1
In large bowl, whisk together Parmesan cheese (you can use 1/4 cup dehydrated if you can't find fresh), oil, vinegar, mustard, garlic, salt and pepper; set aside.
2
Cut salami into thin strips, slice olives or leave whole as you wish.
3
Cut tomatoes in half.
4
Meanwhile, in large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta according to package directions or until just al dente.
5
Drain, reserving 1/2 cup (125 mL) pasta water.
6
Rinse pasta under cold water; drain well and add to dressing along with reserved pasta water.
7
Add salami, olives, tomatoes and peppers; toss to combine.
8
Add basil and toss again.

2886

kcal

Calories

110

Fat

304

Carbs

167

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 cups penne pasta (750 g), 12-1 cup fresh grated parmesan cheese (both usually available in deli) or 12-1 cup asiago cheese (both usually available in deli), ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil, ¼ cup red wine vinegar, and more.

Yes, Party Parmesan 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!

Party Parmesan Pasta Salad

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Variations & substitutions

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