Robust Grinder-Inspired Pasta Salad

Grinder Pasta Salad

Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 10 minutes Total Time: 20 minutes Servings: 8

Experience all the tastes of a grinder sandwich in a rich pasta salad!

ingredients

For the salad:

• 1 pound pasta (use gluten-free for gluten-free)
• 2 cups lettuce, either shredded or sliced
• 1 cup tomato, chopped
• 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup pepperoncini, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup provolone, diced
• 1/2 cup salami, diced
• 1/2 cup pepperoni, diced

For the dressing:

• 1/3 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon oregano (or Italian seasoning (link))
• 1 small clove garlic, minced or grated
• 2 tablespoons parmigiano reggiano (parmesan), grated
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper

directions

1. Prepare the pasta according to the package instructions, then drain and rinse under cold water until cooled.
2. Mix together the salad, combine with the dressing and enjoy!

For the dressing:

3. Combine all ingredients thoroughly.

Option: Incorporate your preferred salad/grinder components!
Option: Include 1-2 tablespoons of the pickling liquid from the pepperoncini jar!