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PASTA SALAD FOR 2- - DOWNSIZED COOKING RECIPE

A protein packed pasta salad, with an abundance of different meats and cheeses. It is a colorful dish and makes a great side, or a complete meal itself.
Course Cooking For 2, Pasta/Pizza, Salad, Side Dishes
Cuisine Italian
Keyword Loaded Pasta Salad, Protein Packed Pasta Salad,, Pasta Salad for 2
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings 2
Calories 392kcal
Author pamelashank2015

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups rotini pasta
  • 1/4 cup green bell pepper chopped
  • 1/4 cup red bell pepper chopped
  • 1 slice deli ham cut thick (4 oz)
  • 1 slice cooked salami cut thick (4oz)
  • 1/4 cup mini pepperoni pieces or 5 pizza style slices, cut in half
  • 4 oz chunk colby cheese
  • 4 oz chunk provolone cheese
  • 5 cherry tomatoes cut in half
  • 1/2-3/4 cup zesty Italian dressing

Instructions

  • Boil rotini in salted water as directed on box, about 12 minutes; drain and cool. Place pasta in serving bowl.
  • Add peppers to pasta. Cut ham, salami, colby and provolone cheese into 1/2-inch cubes. Add these ingredients, along with the pepperoni and tomatoes to pasta bowl.
  • Add the Italian dressing slowly, tossing ingredients to coat all ingredients.
  • Cover and chill at least 4 hours. Gently toss pasta again prior to serving.
  • Notes
  • May need to add a small amount of dressing after the pasta salad sets to chill if it seems a little dry.

Notes

NUTRITIONAL DISCLAIMER. Calorie count provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.