How to Make American-Italian Pasta Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're in the mood for a delicious and satisfying salad that's perfect for any occasion, look no further than the American-Italian Pasta Salad. This flavorful dish combines the best of both American and Italian cuisine, resulting in a unique and mouthwatering meal that is sure to delight your taste buds. Whether you're hosting a summer barbecue, bringing a dish to a potluck, or simply looking for a quick and easy meal to enjoy at home, this pasta salad is the perfect choice.

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Ingredients

  • 1 (16 ounce) package fusilli pasta
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1 (.7 ounce) package dry Italian-style salad dressing mix
  • 1 cup frozen petite peas, thawed
  • 1 cup cubed Genoa salami
  • ¾ cup chopped green onions
  • ¾ cup chopped celery
  • 2 (2 ounce) cans sliced black olives, drained
  • ½ cup chopped fresh parsley

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 8 hrs
  • Total Time: 8 hrs 40 mins
  • Servings: 20

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add fusilli and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, 10 to 13 minutes.
  • While the pasta is cooking, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, milk and Italian dressing mix in a medium bowl until smooth; set aside.
  • Drain fusilli, then rinse under cold water and drain again. Transfer to a large salad bowl.
  • Add thawed peas, salami, green onions, celery, olives, and parsley. Pour in all but 1/2 cup of the reserved dressing and mix until ingredients are well combined. Cover and refrigerate 8 hours to overnight.
  • When ready to serve, remove pasta salad from the refrigerator. Stir, then add more dressing if it appears dry.
  • Nutrition

    236 cal.

    • Total Fat: 15g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 17mg
    • Sodium: 420mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 21g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Vitamin C: 4mg
    • Calcium: 34mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 126mg