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Charcuterie Pasta Salad

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Ingredients 

Serving size: 4-5 people

Salad Ingredients:

  • 2 cups ditalini pasta

  • 2 cups fresh arugula, roughly chopped

  • 1/2 cup salami, diced

  • 1/2 cup sopressata, diced

  • 1/2 cup smoked provolone, cubed

  • 1/2 cup mozzarella pearls

  • 1/4 cup chopped walnuts

  • 4 slices prosciutto

  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Fig Balsamic Dressing:

  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar

  • 2 tbsp fig jam (or fig preserves)

  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard

  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil

  • 1 tsp honey (optional, for added sweetness)

  • 1 clove garlic, minced

  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions 

  1. Make the Dressing:

  • In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, fig jam, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic until smooth.

  • Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking continuously to help emulsify the dressing. Continue whisking until the dressing is well combined and smooth.

  1. Make the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the ditalini pasta according to package directions until al dente (about 8-10 minutes).

  2. Drain the pasta and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside to cool.

  3. Make the Crispy Prosciutto:

  • While the pasta is cooling, heat a skillet over medium heat. Add the prosciutto slices and cook until crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side. Once crispy, remove the prosciutto from the skillet and crumble it into small pieces. Set aside.

  1. Prepare the Salad Ingredients:

  • Dice the salami, sopressata, and smoked provolone. Place them into a large mixing bowl.

  • Add the mozzarella pearls, chopped walnuts, and grated Parmesan cheese to the bowl.

  1. Assemble the Salad:

  • Add the cooled ditalini pasta to the mixing bowl with the salami, sopressata, provolone, mozzarella, and walnuts. Gently toss to combine.

  • Add the arugula and toss again, being careful not to break up the arugula too much.

  1. Add the Dressing:

  • Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.

  1. Finish and Serve:

  • Sprinkle the crispy prosciutto over the top of the salad and finish with additional grated Parmesan cheese.

  • Serve immediately or refrigerate for about 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Indulge in a savory twist on a classic pasta salad with our charcuterie-inspired version. Al dente pasta is tossed with a medley of rich, cured meats like salami, pepperoni, and paired with creamy cheese cubes, veggies, and a delicious fig balsamic dressing

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