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Pasta Salad Perfection: A Hearty Italian-Inspired Delight

When it comes to pasta salads, few combinations can rival the rich, salty, and tangy flavors of a classic Italian antipasti plate. This hearty salad is a game-changer for your next outdoor gathering or potluck, and its flavors only get better with time.

A Versatile Option for Any Crowd

Whether you’re catering to meat-lovers or vegetarians, this salad has got you covered. Pair it with some crispy Buttermilk Fried Chicken for a satisfying combo, or offer our easy pesto pasta salad as a vegetarian alternative.

A Recipe for Success

This easy-to-make salad serves 6 to 8 people and can be prepared in just 40 minutes. With its straightforward ingredients and simple instructions, it’s a recipe that’s hard to mess up.

Gather Your Ingredients

• 1/3 cup small-dice red onion
• 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• Kosher salt
• 1 pound fusilli pasta
• 1 cup marinated artichoke hearts, drained and coarsely chopped (about 8 ounces)
• 1 1/2 cups medium-dice provolone cheese (about 8 ounces)
• 1 cup medium-dice dry Italian salami, casing removed (about 4 ounces)
• 1/3 cup finely chopped oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes (about 3 ounces)
• 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh Italian parsley leaves
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• Freshly ground black pepper

Assemble Your Masterpiece

Begin by combining the onion, vinegar, and oregano in a large, nonreactive bowl. Set it aside for now.

Next, bring a large pot of heavily salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to the package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water until cool. Drain any excess water and transfer the pasta to the bowl with the onion-vinegar mixture.

Now it’s time to add the remaining ingredients. Toss everything together until evenly combined, then taste and season with salt and pepper as needed.

Serve and Enjoy

This salad is perfect for serving at room temperature, but you can also prepare it up to 1 day in advance and refrigerate until ready to serve. Whatever you choose, get ready for a flavor explosion that will leave your guests begging for more!