Name: Italian Pasta Salad With Salami
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 8 oz pasta of your choice; 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; 1/2 cup black olives, sliced; 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped; 4 oz salami, diced; 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, cubed; 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped; Salt and pepper to taste; 1/3 cup olive oil; 2 tbsp red wine vinegar; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1 tsp Dijon mustard; 1 tsp honey; 1/2 tsp dried oregano; 1/2 tsp dried basil; Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, black olives, red onion, salami, mozzarella cheese, and fresh basil.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, honey, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and pepper. Add a pinch of red pepper flakes if you prefer a bit of heat.
Pour the dressing over the pasta salad mixture and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Allow the salad to chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
Before serving, give the salad a final toss and adjust the seasoning if needed with salt and pepper.
Serve the Italian Pasta Salad with Salami in a beautiful salad bowl or on individual plates. Enjoy the delicious combination of flavors from every bite!

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