Ingredients

  • 4 ounces medium whole wheat pasta shells
  • 2 (16 ounce) jars giardiniera
  • 1 lb fresh broccoli florets
  • 4 ounces mozzarella cheese, cubed
  • 4 ounces hard salami, cubed
  • 7 ounces lean deli ham, cubed
  • 3 ounces sliced turkey pepperoni, halved
  • 1 large green pepper, cut into chunks
  • 4 ounces sliced ripe olives, drained
  • DRESSING
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon fresh coarse ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Method

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, drain giardiniera, reserving 3/4 cup liquid.
  • In a large bowl, combine giardiniera, broccoli, mozzarella, salami, ham, pepperoni, green pepper and olives. Drain pasta and rinse in cold water; stir into meat mixture.
  • For dressing, in a small bowl, whisk the oil, vinegar, lemon juice, Italian seasoning, pepper, salt and reserved giardiniera liquid. Pour over salad and toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving.