Ingredients:

  • 16 oz Rotini or Fusilli pasta
  • 1 tbsp salt
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup red bell pepper, finely diced
  • 1 cup English cucumber, diced
  • 1/2 cup red onion, finely minced
  • 1/2 cup black olives, sliced
  • 4 oz salami or pepperoni, diced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions:

  1. Bring a large pot of heavily salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook until al dente. Drain and rinse briefly with cool water to stop the cooking process.
  2. In a small bowl or mason jar, combine the olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper. Whisk vigorously or shake until the mixture is cohesive.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, diced bell pepper, cucumber, red onion, olives, and salami. Pour two-thirds of the dressing over the mixture and toss gently until evenly coated.
  4. Fold in the freshly grated Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley. Drizzle the remaining dressing over the top and stir gently. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.