Best 4 Deli Style Pasta Salad Recipes

If you're looking for a quick and easy meal that will bring the flavors of your favorite deli counter to your kitchen table, look no further than pasta salad. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can have a delicious and refreshing dish that's perfect for a summer picnic or a potluck dinner. Whether you prefer a classic macaroni salad or qualcosa di più esotico, there are countless ways to make pasta salad, and with so many delicious variations to choose from, you're sure to find one that you love.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

DELI-STYLE PASTA SALAD

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Pasta provides a base for this tongue-tingling make-ahead salad. It has lots of fresh and satisfying ingredients topped with a flavorful dressing. This pasta salad is terrific to serve to company or take to a potluck. - Joyce McLennan, Algonac, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 19

Ingredients

7 ounces tricolor spiral pasta
6 ounces thinly sliced hard salami, julienned
6 ounces provolone cheese, cubed
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
1 small zucchini, halved and thinly sliced
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1 garlic clove, minced
1-1/2 teaspoons ground mustard
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper
2 medium tomatoes, cut into wedges

Steps:

Cook the pasta according to package directions; rinse in cold water and drain. Place in a large bowl; add the next 9 ingredients. , In a jar with tight-fitting lid, combine oil, vinegar, garlic, mustard, basil, oregano, salt and pepper; shake well. , Pour over salad; toss to coat. Cover and chill for 8 hours or overnight. Toss before serving. Garnish with tomatoes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 273 calories, Fat 18g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 25mg cholesterol, Sodium 536mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

DELI-STYLE ITALIAN PASTA SALAD

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When I'm having weekend guests, I make this salad the day before they arrive. The flavors blend wonderfully when it is chilled overnight, and it keeps well for several days. It's also a great dish to take along to a picnic or potluck. -Jill Evely, Wilmore, Kentucky

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 package (16 ounces) tricolor spiral pasta
2 medium plum tomatoes, seeded and julienned
8 ounces sliced salami, julienned
8 ounces provolone cheese, julienned
1 small red onion, thinly sliced and separated into rings
1 jar (5-3/4 ounces) pimiento-stuffed olives, drained
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 bottle (8 ounces) Italian salad dressing

Steps:

Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. , In a large bowl, combine the pasta, tomatoes, salami, provolone cheese, onion, olives and cheese. Add dressing; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for several hours or overnight. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 381 calories, Fat 21g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 33mg cholesterol, Sodium 1158mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 16g protein.

DELI-STYLE PASTA SALAD

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This is a simple pasta salad recipe that's well balanced and completely delicious. The savory chopped salami goes so well with the mild provolone cheese. Then, the saltiness from the olives pairs wonderfully with the sweetness from the fresh tomatoes. It's all tossed together with a colorful rotini pasta and dressed with zesty...

Provided by Linda Easley

Categories Pasta Salads

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 pkg tricolor spiral pasta (16 ounces)
2 medium plum tomatoes, seeded and julienned
8 oz sliced provolone, julienned
8 oz sliced salami, julienned
1 small red onion, thinly slice and separated into rings
1 can(s) sliced ripe olives, drained (2.25 ounces)
1/4 c grated Parmesan cheese
1 jar(s) stuffed green olives, drained and sliced (5.75 ounces)
1 bottle Kraft Zesty Italian salad dressing (8 ounces)

Steps:

1. Cook pasta according to package directions.
2. Drain and rinse in cold water.
3. In a large bowl, combine the pasta, tomatoes, salami, cheese, onion, olives, and Parmesan cheese.
4. Add dressing and toss to coat.
5. Cover and refrigerate for several hours or overnight.

DELI-STYLE PASTA SALAD

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This keeps for several days and is better as each day passes. Wonderful for weekend guests, potluck or a picnic.

Provided by keen5

Categories Potluck

Time 23m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 (16 ounce) package tri-color spiral pasta
2 medium plum tomatoes, seeded and julienned
8 ounces sliced salami, julienned
8 ounces provolone cheese, julienned
1 small red onion, thinly sliced and separated into rings
1 (5 3/4 ounce) jar stuffed olives, drained and sliced
1 (2 1/4 ounce) can sliced ripe black olives, drained
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 (8 ounce) bottle Italian salad dressing

Steps:

Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water.
In a large bowl, combine the pasta, tomatoes, salami, cheese, onion, olives and Parmesan cheese.
Add dressing and toss to coat.
Cover and refrigerate for several hours or overnight.

Tips:

Use a variety of pasta shapes and sizes. This will add visual interest and texture to your pasta salad.
Don't overcook the pasta. Al dente pasta is best for pasta salad because it will hold its shape and won't get mushy.
Let the pasta cool completely before adding the other ingredients. This will prevent the pasta salad from becoming watery.
Choose a flavorful dressing. A good dressing will make all the difference in your pasta salad. Try a vinaigrette, a creamy dressing, or a pesto.
Add a variety of vegetables and protein. This will make your pasta salad more nutritious and satisfying.
Don't be afraid to experiment. There are endless possibilities when it comes to pasta salad. Try different combinations of ingredients until you find one that you love.

Conclusion:

Pasta salad is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for lunch, dinner, or a picnic. With so many different variations, there's sure to be a pasta salad recipe that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give pasta salad a try.