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Antipasto Pasta Salad

Cultural Context

Antipasto Pasta Salad hails from Italy, where antipasto refers to the traditional first course of a meal featuring cured meats, cheeses, and vegetables. This dish embodies the Italian philosophy of using fresh, quality ingredients to create a vibrant, flavorful salad. Today, it is a popular dish at gatherings and picnics worldwide, often customized with various ingredients to suit personal tastes.

ItalianITside
30 min
easy
6 servings
Servings4
250g spiral pasta, cooked until al dente
1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
100g piece of provolone cheese, cubed (alternatively use mozzarella)
10 kalamata olives, pitted and chopped
1 punnet of cherry tomatoes, halved
2 jarred roasted capsicums, chopped
4-5 sprigs of basil, leaves picked and torn
1 tbsp American mustard
1½ tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tbsp sundried tomato, finely chopped
1 tbsp grated parmesan cheese
3-4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Salt and pepper

salami

🥗Healthier: turkey salami

💰Cheaper: ham

Turkey salami reduces fat while ham is often less expensive.

mozzarella balls

🥗Healthier: low-fat mozzarella

💰Cheaper: shredded mozzarella

Low-fat mozzarella reduces calories, while shredded mozzarella is often cheaper.

red wine vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Apple cider vinegar offers a similar tang, while white vinegar is usually less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while canola oil is often more affordable.

1

In a large salad bowl whisk together the mustard, vinegar, oregano, sundried tomatoes and parmesan.

2

Mix in the oil and season with salt and pepper.

3

Add the pasta on top of dressing in the bowl and add the chickpeas, provolone cheese, olives, tomatoes, capsicum and basil.

4

Toss everything together and serve or pack for a picnic.

Cooking Techniques

boilingmixing

Equipment Needed

large salad bowl

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

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Also Known As

Pasta SaladItalian Pasta Salad
Local Name: Insalata di Pasta Antipasto

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