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Grinder Tortellini Salad

A hearty pasta salad made with cheese tortellini, deli meats, provolone, crisp vegetables, and creamy grinder-style dressing.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 420

Ingredients
  

  • 20 oz cheese tortellini cooked and cooled
  • 4 oz salami sliced
  • 4 oz pepperoni sliced
  • 1 cup provolone cheese cubed
  • 2 cups romaine lettuce shredded
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 0.5 cup red onion thinly sliced
  • 0.5 cup banana peppers
  • 0.75 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Cook tortellini according to package instructions, drain, and cool completely.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, olive oil, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. In a large bowl, combine tortellini, salami, pepperoni, provolone, tomatoes, onion, and banana peppers.
  4. Pour dressing over salad and toss gently to coat.
  5. Fold in romaine lettuce just before serving.

Notes

Add lettuce right before serving to maintain crunch. Adjust vinegar for desired tanginess.