Italian Pasta Salad

Serves 6
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Directions

  1. 1Cook pasta according to box instructions, then drain and rinse with cold water.
  2. 2Add cooked pasta to a mixing bowl.
  3. 3Add chopped cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, ham, pepperoni, salami, provolone cheese, and feta cheese to the bowl.
  4. 4Pour Italian dressing over the ingredients.
  5. 5Combine all ingredients.
  6. 6Serve the pasta salad.

Ingredients

  • 8 oz box protein or chickpea pasta
  • 0.75 cup light Italian dressing
  • 0.5 red onion
  • 1 large bell pepper
  • 1 medium cucumber
  • 8 oz package smoked deli ham
  • 5 oz package turkey pepperoni
  • 5 oz light Italian dry salami
  • 4 slices provolone cheese
  • 0.5 cup feta cheese
  • fresh basil

Equipment

large potcolandermixing bowl

Tips

  • Soak the chopped red onion in cold water while you prep everything else for a milder onion flavor
  • You could also marinate them in the dressing
  • If you have time, let it sit in the fridge for a few hours to chill
  • Cook the chopped ham in a hot frying pan for a few minutes to improve flavor and texture.