Macaroni Salad with Smoked Mozzarella and Proscuitto
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4.7
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Vegetarian
Macaroni Salad with Smoked Mozzarella and Proscuitto
Description
Macaroni Salad with Smoked Mozzarella and Proscuitto uses medium shell pasta cooked until firm but tender, then chilled. The pasta is combined with smoked mozzarella, whose smoky aroma complements the salty, savory slices of prosciutto. Red onion and celery add crispness, the red bell pepper contributes sweetness, and the pepperoncini slices bring subtle heat and acidity.
The dressing, made with mayonnaise, buttermilk, pepperoncini juice, red wine vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper, coats the salad with a creamy and balanced tang. The capers enhance the flavor complexity with their saltiness, and parsley adds a fresh herbal note. This salad is chilled before serving, allowing flavors to meld.
It is suitable as a side dish for picnics, barbecues, or casual lunches, offering a combination of smoky, tangy, and savory tastes with varied textures. The inclusion of smoked mozzarella and prosciutto distinguishes it from a traditional macaroni salad.
Ingredients
- 1 16- ounce macaroni medium shell, package
- ½ cup red onion , chopped
- 1 ½ cups celery , chopped (about 3 ribs)
- ½ red bell pepper , seeded and chopped
- 1 cup Pepperoncini , thinly sliced
- 1 cup prosciutto , sliced
- ½ pound mozzarella sliced in ¼-inch chunks, smoked
- 3 tablespoon capers , drained
- ½ cup flat-leaf parsley chopped, Italian
- 1 ½ cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup buttermilk , low-fat if preferred
- ¼ cup pepperoncini juice , or more to taste
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 ½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of water to boil. Add macaroni and boil according to package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water. In a large bowl, gently combine pasta and next 8 ingredients. In a separate bowl, mix mayonnaise, buttermilk, peperoncini juice, wine vinegar, sugar and salt and pepper. Taste for sweetness and saltiness and add more to your liking. Add mayo mixture to pasta mixture and gently combine. Add more salt and pepper to taste. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
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Overall Rating
4.7
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