Trying the Top Rated Pasta Salads on AllRecipes.com 🏆 Vinegar Antipasto, Chef John’s Macaroni Salad

cured meats

🥗Healthier: grilled chicken

💰Cheaper: salami

Grilled chicken is leaner and lower in fat, while salami is often more affordable.

cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Low-fat cheese reduces calories, while processed cheese can be more budget-friendly.

Cook rotini pasta in salted water until al dente, then rinse in cold water.

Chop bell peppers and tomatoes into bite-sized pieces.

In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, chopped bell peppers, tomatoes, and canned olives.

Add sliced salami and pepperoni to the bowl.

In a separate bowl, mix Italian dressing mix with balsamic vinegar and extra virgin olive oil.

Enhance the dressing with grated parmesan cheese and finely chopped parsley.

Pour the dressing over the pasta salad mixture and toss to combine.

Cover and refrigerate for at least a couple of hours to allow flavors to meld.

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