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Grinder Salad

Grinder Salad: Fresh, Easy Flavorful Pasta Perfect for Picnics

Grinder Salad is a fresh and vibrant pasta dish, perfect for picnics and packed with bold flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta Base
  • 8 oz Pasta Choose any pasta shape you love; consider whole wheat or gluten-free.
Freshness
  • 1 cup Diced Vegetables Bell peppers and cucumbers work well; swap with any favorite vegetable mix.
Meaty Kick
  • 1 cup Salami Diced to infuse rich flavor.
  • 1 cup Pepperoni Sliced; perfect for bold flavor fans.
Creamy Harmony
  • 1 cup Creamy Italian Dressing Brings a luscious finish; a vinaigrette can be used for a lighter option.
Seasoning
  • Salt Season to taste.
  • Pepper Season to taste.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Colander
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine diced vegetables.
  3. Add cooled pasta, diced salami, and sliced pepperoni to the vegetables. Mix gently.
  4. Pour in the creamy Italian dressing and fold to combine.
  5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  7. After chilling, stir gently and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This salad can be customized based on your preferred ingredients and dietary needs. Chill before serving for best flavor integration.

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