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Hearty and Zesty Italian Chopped Salad with Pasta

Welcome back to the kitchen, where we're about to embark on a culinary journey to create a mouthwatering Italian Chopped Salad with Pasta. This recipe combines a medley of fresh and flavorful ingredients, creating a perfect harmony of textures and tastes. Whether you're looking for an easy weeknight dinner, a satisfying side salad, or a delicious addition to your next social gathering, this Italian chopped salad with pasta is sure to become a new favorite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Main Course, Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine Italian
Servings 12 servings
Calories 191.2 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup broccoli florets chopped into small pieces
  • 1 cup cauliflower florets chopped into small pieces
  • 1/2 red onion finely diced
  • 1 cucumber diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved (or grape tomatoes)
  • 1 cup salami thinly sliced
  • 1 cup pepperoni sliced
  • 1 cup fresh mozzarella balls fresh mozzarella cheese diced into smaller pieces
  • 1 cup chickpea pasta cooked and cooled

Instructions
 

Prepare the Chickpea Pasta:

  • Cook the chickpea pasta according to the package instructions.
  • Drain the pasta and rinse it under cold water to stop the cooking process.
  • Set aside to cool to room temperature.

Chop and Assemble the Salad:

  • In a large bowl, combine the chopped broccoli, cauliflower, red onion, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, salami, pepperoni, fresh mozzarella balls, and the cooled chickpea pasta.
  • Mix the ingredients well to distribute them evenly.

Dress the Salad:

  • Pour the dressing over the salad, tossing gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
  • Allow the salad to marinate for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator to enhance the flavors.

Optional Toppings:

  • Customize your salad by adding toppings such as grated Parmesan cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, artichoke hearts, black olives, pepperoncini peppers, kalamata olives, gorgonzola cheese, red bell peppers, and green onions.

Serve and Enjoy:

  • Once marinated, give the salad a final toss and transfer it to a serving dish.
  • Garnish with any additional toppings you desire.
  • Serve the Italian chopped salad with pasta as a refreshing main dish or a hearty side salad.

Nutrition

Calories: 191.2kcalCarbohydrates: 13.9gProtein: 11.5gFat: 10.9gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.9gMonounsaturated Fat: 4.1gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 23.9mgSodium: 447.9mgPotassium: 185.1mgFiber: 3.5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 189.1IUVitamin C: 14.8mgCalcium: 75.3mgIron: 2.4mg
Nutrition Facts
Hearty and Zesty Italian Chopped Salad with Pasta
Amount per Serving
Calories
191.2
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
10.9
g
17
%
Saturated Fat
 
4
g
25
%
Trans Fat
 
0.2
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
0.9
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
4.1
g
Cholesterol
 
23.9
mg
8
%
Sodium
 
447.9
mg
19
%
Potassium
 
185.1
mg
5
%
Carbohydrates
 
13.9
g
5
%
Fiber
 
3.5
g
15
%
Sugar
 
3
g
3
%
Protein
 
11.5
g
23
%
Vitamin A
 
189.1
IU
4
%
Vitamin C
 
14.8
mg
18
%
Calcium
 
75.3
mg
8
%
Iron
 
2.4
mg
13
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Keyword chopped salad, pasta salad
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