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Keto No Pasta Pasta Salad Recipe

4.4 from 108 reviews

A flavorful and satisfying keto-friendly pasta salad that replaces traditional pasta with a mix of deli meats, fresh vegetables, and cheese. This no-cook recipe combines pepperoni, salami, mozzarella pearls, and tangy vegetables with a zesty Italian dressing, perfect for a low-carb meal or side dish.

Ingredients

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Meats and Cheese

  • 4 ounces Deli Sliced Pepperoni, chopped
  • 4 ounces Deli Sliced Salami, chopped
  • 8 ounces Mozzarella Pearls

Vegetables

  • 3 ounces Pepperoncini Peppers, chopped
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes, halved
  • 10 ounces Artichoke Hearts, chopped
  • 1/4 cup Kalamata Olives, chopped

Dressing

  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Minced Garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar-Free Honey
  • Salt and Pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Combine Main Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, stir together the chopped pepperoni, salami, mozzarella pearls, chopped pepperoncini peppers, halved cherry tomatoes, chopped artichoke hearts, and chopped Kalamata olives until they are well combined.
  2. Prepare Dressing: In a separate smaller bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, sugar-free honey, and salt and pepper to taste until the dressing is well emulsified and flavorful.
  3. Toss Salad: Pour the prepared dressing over the combined salad ingredients in the large mixing bowl. Toss everything thoroughly to ensure the ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing, then serve immediately or chill before serving as desired.

Notes

  • This salad is best served chilled or at room temperature.
  • For added crunch, consider adding some chopped celery or cucumbers.
  • Use sugar-free honey or a keto-friendly sweetener to keep it low-carb.
  • This recipe is easily adjustable to taste or ingredient availability.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the refrigerator.

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