Best 6 Pasta Salad With Provolone Recipes

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Pasta Salad with Provolone: A Refreshing and Flavorful Summer Treat!

In the sweltering summer heat, there's nothing quite like a refreshing and flavorful pasta salad to cool you down and satisfy your cravings. And when it comes to creating the perfect pasta salad, provolone cheese truly shines. With its slightly salty, nutty flavor and firm texture, provolone adds a delightful complexity to pasta salads, elevating them from ordinary to extraordinary. Whether you're planning a backyard barbecue, a picnic in the park, or simply a light and delicious lunch, this article will guide you through the art of crafting the ultimate pasta salad with provolone. Explore a myriad of recipe ideas, from classic combinations to unique and innovative twists, all designed to showcase the magic of provolone in a pasta salad.

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PERFECT PASTA SALAD:



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This is an absolutely INCREDIBLE recipe. Every time I've made it I've had to double it and it is still gone in nothing flat. People will beg you for the recipe

Provided by Mrs. Jaye

Categories     Kid Friendly

Time 30m

Yield 8-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (1 lb) box tri-colored pasta
2 cups chopped green peppers
2 cups diced tomatoes
1 1/2 cups chopped red onions
1/2 lb cubed provolone cheese (optional)
1/2 lb sliced pepperoni
1/2 cup sliced black olives
3/4 cup pompeian extra virgin olive oil
3/4 cup pompeian red wine vinegar (this brand is excellent in this dish)
1/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon oregano
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Mix together dressing first and set aside until sugar is dissolved completely.
  • Cook pasta according to box directions and rinse under cold water until cool.
  • Slice the sliced pepperoni circles in half and separate slices.
  • Mix together with pasta and chopped items, except the provolone cheese.
  • Pour dressing over it all and mix well.
  • Chill well.
  • Add provolone cheese to salad before serving, otherwise it gets soggy.
  • You may have to add extra red wine vinegar or olive oil to get it to the desired consistency.
  • Some people like it moist, others on the drier side.
  • This is guaranteed not to last long before it is completely devoured!
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 595.1, Fat 34.5, SaturatedFat 7.3, Cholesterol 29.4, Sodium 825.6, Carbohydrate 55.9, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 11.1, Protein 14.9

PASTA SALAD WITH HOMEMADE DRESSING



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Pasta salad filled with veggies, cheese, and seasoning. Very tasty and versatile -- is great to make ahead.

Provided by BONNIES

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Rotini Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 8h45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 (8 ounce) package uncooked tri-color rotini pasta
6 ounces pepperoni sausage, diced
6 ounces provolone cheese, cubed
1 red onion, thinly sliced
1 small cucumber, thinly sliced
¾ cup chopped green bell pepper
¾ cup chopped red bell pepper
1 (6 ounce) can pitted black olives
¼ cup minced fresh parsley
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ cup olive oil
¼ cup red wine vinegar
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon ground mustard seed
¼ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add rotini pasta, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, until al dente. Drain, and rinse with cold water.
  • In a large bowl, mix the cooled pasta, pepperoni, provolone cheese, red onion, cucumber, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, olives, parsley, and Parmesan cheese.
  • In a jar with a lid, mix the olive oil, vinegar, garlic, basil, oregano, ground mustard, salt, and pepper. Seal jar, and shake well.
  • Pour the dressing mixture over the pasta salad, and toss to coat. Cover, and chill 8 hours in the refrigerator

Nutrition Facts : Calories 442.8 calories, Carbohydrate 25.4 g, Cholesterol 38.9 mg, Fat 32 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 15.9 g, SaturatedFat 9.5 g, Sodium 835.7 mg, Sugar 2.6 g

AWESOME PASTA SALAD



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This is the best pasta salad I've ever eaten, and people request it frequently. It's a very easy, light-tasting side dish for a picnic or dinner.

Provided by Irlandes

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Tomato Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (16 ounce) package fusilli (spiral) pasta
3 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
½ pound provolone cheese, cubed
½ pound salami, cubed
¼ pound sliced pepperoni, cut in half
1 large green bell pepper, cut into 1 inch pieces
1 (10 ounce) can black olives, drained
1 (4 ounce) jar pimentos, drained
1 (8 ounce) bottle Italian salad dressing

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente. Drain, and rinse with cold water.
  • In a large bowl, combine pasta with tomatoes, cheese, salami, pepperoni, green pepper, olives, and pimentos. Pour in salad dressing, and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 309.7 calories, Carbohydrate 25.9 g, Cholesterol 31.4 mg, Fat 17.7 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 12.9 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 913.2 mg, Sugar 2.6 g

PASTA SALAD WITH PROVOLONE



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Make and share this Pasta Salad With Provolone recipe from Food.com.

Provided by L DJ3309

Categories     Refrigerator

Time 1h50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 garlic cloves, crushed
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, crumbled
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
1 cup tri-colored pasta
1/2 cup diced provolone cheese
1/4 cup chopped green pepper
1 cup frozen mixed vegetables, cooked

Steps:

  • In small bowl combine garlic, salt, oil, vinegar, and herbs, set aside.
  • Cook pasta until just tender, remove from water to large bowl.
  • Add cheese, green pepper and vegetables to pasta, pour dressing over and toss to coat all.
  • Chill 1 hour tossing occasionally to distribute flavor.

SALAMI & PROVOLONE PASTA SALAD



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Everyone needs a perfect pasta salad that's easy to make, especially on busy nights when your family wants a dish that's fast, light and cool. This is just the thing. -Jill Donley, Warsaw, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 cups uncooked cellentani pasta or elbow macaroni
1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
4 ounces provolone cheese, cubed (about 1 cup)
4 ounces hard salami, cubed (about 1 cup)
1/3 cup prepared Italian salad dressing
Optional: Additional Italian salad dressing and minced fresh basil

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine pepper, cheese and salami., Drain pasta and rinse in cold water. Add to pepper mixture. Drizzle with 1/3 cup dressing and toss to coat. Refrigerate, covered, at least 1 hour. If desired, stir in additional dressing to moisten and sprinkle with basil before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 244 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 575mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

PASTA SALAD WITH TOMATOES, CUCUMBERS AND GRILLED GREEN ONION-CRUSHED OLIVE VINAIGRETTE



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Provided by Geoffrey Zakarian

Categories     side-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 bunch scallions
1/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
8 ounces fusilli pasta
4 tablespoons Chardonnay vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
Sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper
2/3 cup kalamata olives, pitted and chopped
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/4 red onion, finely diced
One 6-ounce piece provolone cheese, diced
1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
2 cups baby arugula

Steps:

  • Preheat a grill to high.
  • Toss the scallions in 2 tablespoons of the olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill the scallions until the bulbs are tender and the greens are well charred, 6 to 8 minutes, turning every couple of minutes. Set aside to cool. When the scallions are cooled, chop them finely.
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil for the pasta. Add the pasta and cook until al dente, about 2 minutes less than the package instructions.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the vinegar and mustard. Season with salt and pepper. Whisk in the remaining 1/3 cup olive oil. Add the scallions and toss to coat.
  • When the pasta is finished cooking, drain and add to the vinaigrette. Add the olives, tomatoes, red onion, provolone, dill, parsley and arugula. Toss to combine.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients. Fresh vegetables, flavorful cheese, and a good-quality dressing will make all the difference in the taste of your pasta salad.
  • Don't overcook the pasta. Pasta should be cooked al dente, or slightly firm to the bite. Overcooked pasta will become mushy and won't hold its shape well in the salad.
  • Let the pasta cool before adding the other ingredients. This will help to prevent the salad from becoming watery.
  • Chill the salad before serving. This will help the flavors to meld and make the salad more refreshing.
  • Make the salad ahead of time. Pasta salad can be made up to 24 hours in advance. This makes it a great option for potlucks or picnics.

Conclusion:

Pasta salad is a versatile dish that can be customized to your liking. It's a great way to use up leftover pasta and vegetables, and it's also a perfect dish for a summer picnic or potluck. With so many different variations to choose from, you're sure to find a pasta salad recipe that you'll love.

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