Ingredients:

  • 16 oz (450g) Rotini or Fusilli pasta
  • 1 tbsp (15g) Salt
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) Extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) Red wine vinegar
  • 1 tsp (5g) Dried oregano
  • 1 tsp (5g) Garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp (3g) Salt
  • 1/2 tsp (3g) Black pepper
  • 1 tbsp (15ml) Honey
  • 8 oz (225g) Salami, cut into small batons
  • 1 cup (150g) Cucumber, diced
  • 1 cup (150g) Cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup (50g) Red onion, finely diced
  • 1/2 cup (50g) Black olives, sliced
  • 1/2 cup (50g) Parmesan cheese, shredded
  • 1/4 cup (15g) Fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions:

  1. Bring a large pot of heavily salted water to a rolling boil.
  2. Cook the rotini for 1 minute less than the package directions to ensure an al dente texture.
  3. Drain the pasta and immediately transfer it to a large mixing bowl while hot.
  4. Combine olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and honey in a mason jar and shake vigorously for 30 seconds until emulsified.
  5. Pour 1/3 of the prepared dressing over the warm noodles and toss; let sit for 5 minutes to absorb flavors.
  6. Add the salami, cucumbers, red onion, and olives to the marinated pasta.
  7. Pour in the remaining dressing and toss until every spiral is coated.
  8. Gently fold in the cherry tomatoes, Parmesan cheese, and fresh parsley to avoid crushing the tomatoes.