Italian Grinder Pasta Salad

Name: Italian Grinder Pasta Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 16 ounces rotini or fusilli pasta; 8 ounces salami, chopped; 8 ounces pepperoni, sliced; 8 ounces provolone cheese, cubed; 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; 1/2 cup banana pepper rings; 1/2 cup red onion, finely diced; 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 1/4 cup red wine vinegar; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; Salt and black pepper to taste

This pasta salad brings all the bold flavors of your favorite Italian sub shop right to your dinner table.

By Recipes By Nani· 🌍 Italian· July 20, 2026

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Prep

15 minutes

Cook

10 minutes

Total

25 minutes

Serves

If you love a classic grinder sandwich, you are going to fall for this pasta salad. It is packed with zesty meats, crisp vegetables, and plenty of cheese, making it the perfect dish to bring to your next family gathering or potluck. It is always a hit because it feels indulgent but stays nice and light.

My top tip for this recipe is to let the salad sit in the fridge for at least thirty minutes before you serve it. This gives the dressing a chance to soak into the pasta and brings all those delicious flavors together for the best taste possible.

🧺 Ingredients

16 ounces rotini or fusilli pasta
8 ounces salami, chopped
8 ounces pepperoni, sliced
8 ounces provolone cheese, cubed
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup banana pepper rings
1/2 cup red onion, finely diced
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and black pepper to taste

👩‍🍳Instructions

1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook your pasta according to the package directions until it is al dente.
2
Drain the pasta and rinse it with cold water to stop the cooking process, then set it aside to drain completely.
3
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until the dressing is smooth.
4
Add the cooked pasta, chopped salami, pepperoni, cubed provolone, tomatoes, banana peppers, and red onion to the bowl.
5
Toss everything together until the pasta is evenly coated in the creamy dressing.
6
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least thirty minutes before serving to let the flavors meld.

💡 Tips

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. If the salad seems a little dry the next day, just stir in an extra tablespoon of mayonnaise or a splash of vinegar to freshen it up.

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