Classic Italian Pasta Salad
A vibrant, no-fuss Italian pasta salad with rotini, fresh vegetables, mozzarella, halal pepperoni or beef salami, and zesty non-alcoholic dressing. Delicious for potlucks, warm days, or a refreshing meal.
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 310kcal
Ingredients
- 12 oz rotini pasta
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, sliced
- ½ cup red onion, thinly sliced
- ½ cup black olives, sliced
- ½ cup mozzarella cheese, cubed
- ½ cup halal pepperoni or beef salami, chopped
- ½ cup Italian dressing (non-alcoholic, halal-friendly)
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add rotini pasta and cook until al dente (8–10 minutes). Drain and rinse with cold water until cooled.
- In a bowl, combine cooled pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, black olives, mozzarella, and halal pepperoni or beef salami.
- Pour Italian dressing over the mixture and toss gently to coat.
- Sprinkle Parmesan cheese, then season with salt and pepper. Toss again.
- Chill for at least 1 hour before serving.
Notes
Ensure all ingredients are halal-certified if required. Chill longer for deeper flavor. Substitute non-halal beef-based meats if unavailable. Best served within 1 day.