Quick & Delicious Gluten-Free Pasta Salad
A vibrant, family-friendly gluten-free pasta salad ready in 30 minutes. Loaded with fresh veggies, zesty dressing, and optional halal pepperoni—all combined for a satisfying weeknight meal.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 8
- Total Time: 23
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Gluten-Free
- Method: Cold preparation with boiling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
8 oz gluten-free rotini pasta
¾ cup grape tomatoes, halved or quartered
½ cup chopped bell pepper (green or red)
½ cup chopped cucumber
½ cup thinly sliced zucchini
¼ cup sliced green onions
¼ cup chopped pepperoncini (gluten-free), drained
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
3 oz halal-certified gluten-free pepperoni slices (optional)
¼ cup white vinegar (instead of red wine vinegar, as per dietary restrictions)
2 tablespoons juice from the jar of pepperoncini
¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
¼ teaspoon sea salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
¼ teaspoon oregano or Italian seasoning
Instructions
Cook the gluten-free pasta according to package directions, stirring frequently to prevent clumping
Drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process, then let cool
Whisk together the vinegar (white vinegar), pepperoncini juice, olive oil, sea salt, black pepper, and oregano in a large bowl
Add the cooled pasta to the dressing and toss to coat
Fold in the tomatoes, bell pepper, cucumber, zucchini, green onions, pepperoncini, parsley, and pepperoni (if using)
Season with additional salt and pepper to taste
Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving for optimal flavor
Notes
For halal compliance, ensure pepperoni is certified halal and contains no pork
The cooling step after rinsing prevents the pasta from becoming mushy
Substitute any gluten-containing elements with certified gluten-free alternatives
Customize with your favorite vegetables or proteins
Chilling enhances the dressing absorption and flavors
Nutrition
- Serving Size: about 2 cups
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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