For a vegetarian option, omit the salami and add cubed mozzarella cheese or marinated artichoke hearts. Feel free to customize the vegetables based on your preference and what's in season. Diced bell peppers, cucumber, or cherry tomatoes would be excellent additions. If you don't have sour cream, you can substitute plain Greek yogurt for a tangier flavor. Make sure not to overcook the pasta, or it will become mushy in the salad. Al dente is key!
American-Italian Pasta Salad
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PREP TIME25 mins
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COOK TIME15 mins
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TOTAL TIME8 hrs 40 mins
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SERVING20 People
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VIEWS645
A vibrant fusilli pasta salad bursting with garden-fresh flavors, savory Genoa salami, and a creamy Italian dressing. The perfect centerpiece for your next picnic, potluck, or sunny afternoon gathering.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate21 g
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Cholesterol17 mg
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Fiber2 g
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Protein6 g
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Saturated Fat4 g
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Sodium420 mg
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Sugar2 g
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Fat15 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
Recipe View 13 mins Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add fusilli and cook, stirring occasionally, until al dente (tender yet firm to the bite), approximately 10-13 minutes.
02 Step
Recipe View 5 mins While the pasta is cooking (approximately 5 minutes into cooking time), whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, milk, and Italian dressing mix in a medium bowl until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
03 Step
Recipe View 2 mins Drain fusilli thoroughly, then rinse under cold water to halt the cooking process and prevent sticking. Drain again completely. Transfer the cooled pasta to a large salad bowl.
04 Step
Recipe View 5 mins Add the thawed peas, salami cubes, chopped green onions, celery, drained olives, and fresh parsley to the bowl with the pasta. Pour in all but 1/2 cup of the reserved dressing. Gently mix until all ingredients are evenly coated and well combined.
05 Step
Recipe View 8 hrs Cover the salad bowl tightly with plastic wrap or transfer to an airtight container. Refrigerate for a minimum of 8 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld and deepen.
06 Step
Recipe View 2 mins When ready to serve, remove the pasta salad from the refrigerator. Give it a gentle stir. If the salad appears dry after refrigeration, add a bit more of the reserved dressing to reach your desired consistency. Serve chilled and enjoy!
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Angelica Mante
May 6, 2025This salad was a huge hit at our family barbecue! Everyone loved the creamy dressing and the fresh veggies.
Lorenza Walter
Sep 1, 2024Delicious! I let it sit overnight as suggested, and the flavors were amazing the next day.
Brian Vonrueden
Sep 19, 2023I've been making this recipe for years, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so easy to customize with different ingredients.
Emelie Okeefe
Mar 1, 2023I made this for a potluck, and it was gone in minutes! I used a little less mayonnaise and added some sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor.