Sicilian Penne Salad Recipe

Name: Sicilian Penne Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 lb tomato basil penne (or any other pasta); 12 medium green pepper, julienned; 12 medium onion, julienned; 12 head fresh broccoli, cut into florets; 3 ounces about 1/2 cup diced pepperoni; ½ cup sliced black olives; ¼ cup pepperoncini pepper; 6 large garlic cloves, minced; ½ cup balsamic vinegar; ½ cup olive oil (EVOO); 2 -3 tablespoons Tabasco garlic pepper sauce; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano; ½ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

12 lb tomato basil penne (or any other pasta)
12 medium green pepper, julienned
12 medium onion, julienned
12 head fresh broccoli, cut into florets
3 ounces about 1/2 cup diced pepperoni
½ cup sliced black olives
¼ cup pepperoncini pepper
6 large garlic cloves, minced
½ cup balsamic vinegar
½ cup olive oil (EVOO)
2 -3 tablespoons Tabasco garlic pepper sauce
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
½ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese

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Cook pasta in pot of rapidly boiling salted water until al dente (about 8-10 minutes.)
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Drain.
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Combine all salad ingredients in a large bowl.
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In a separate bowl, combine all dressing ingredients and mix well.
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Pour 1/2 of dressing into salad bowl, toss and refrigerate overnight.
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Serve the next day on a bed of radicchio and garnish with fresh basil, ground pepper and remaining dressing to taste.

1876

kcal

Calories

Fat

330

Carbs

108

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 lb tomato basil penne (or any other pasta), 12 medium green pepper, julienned, 12 medium onion, julienned, 12 head fresh broccoli, cut into florets, and more.

Yes, Sicilian Penne 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!

Sicilian Penne Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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