Grinder Salad: Fresh, Easy Flavorful Pasta Perfect for Picnics
Grinder Salad is a vibrant and easy pasta dish that brings together fresh ingredients for a delightful culinary experience, making it perfect for picnics, potlucks, or casual gatherings. With its colorful mix of vegetables, bold flavors from turkey pepperoni, and a creamy dressing, this salad is both satisfying and nutritious.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (any shape)
- 1 cup diced vegetables (bell peppers, cucumbers)
- 1 cup turkey slices
- 1 cup turkey pepperoni
- 1 cup creamy Italian dressing
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil water in a large pot over high heat. Add salt once boiling.
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- While the pasta cooks, wash and dice your chosen vegetables into bite-sized pieces and place them in a mixing bowl.
- Add the cooled pasta, turkey slices, and turkey pepperoni to the bowl with vegetables.
- Pour in the creamy Italian dressing and season with salt and pepper. Toss gently until well combined.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 40mg