Italian Pasta Salad

Italian Pasta Salad is always a hit … but classic pasta salad recipes are typically loaded with unwanted fat and white carbs.

This easy recipe has all the bold flavors you love, but a few simple tweaks make it so much healthier, too! It’s the perfect dish to share at picnics and potlucks.

– Whole wheat rotini – Grape or cherry tomatoes – English cucumber – Fresh mozzarella – Turkey pepperoni – Red onion

In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta, tomatoes, cucumber, mozzarella, pepperoni, and onion.

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In a medium bowl, whisk vinegar, oil, honey, mustard, salt, oregano, basil, and black pepper until emulsified.

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Pour about ½ cup of the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.

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Before serving, season with additional salt if needed.

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