Description
Italian Sub Pasta Salad is a vibrant and satisfying dish that brings together the classic flavors of an Italian hoagie in a refreshing pasta salad format. This easy-to-make recipe features tri-colored rotini, an array of fresh vegetables, and a delightful mix of deli meats and cheeses, all tossed in a creamy Italian dressing. Ideal for summer BBQs, potlucks, or casual dinners, this salad not only impresses but also offers endless customization options based on your preferences. Prepare it ahead of time to allow the flavors to meld, making it the perfect addition to any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound tri-colored rotini
- 1 cucumber (peeled and sliced)
- 1 green bell pepper (diced)
- 1 red bell pepper (diced)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (sliced)
- 1 small red onion (diced)
- 2 cups fresh spinach (chopped)
- 1 cup sweet and hot salad peppers
- ¼ pound deli chicken ham (diced)
- ¼ pound salami (diced)
- 1 cup pepperoni (diced)
- ½ pound provolone cheese (diced)
- 16 ounce bottle Italian dressing
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the tri-colored rotini according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, cucumber, bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, red onion, spinach, chicken ham, salami, and provolone cheese.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together Italian dressing, mayonnaise, and any desired seasonings until well mixed.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss gently to combine.
- Cover with plastic wrap and chill in the fridge for at least one hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 45mg