Vida Recetas Editorial
Four seasons cold pasta is a versatile and refreshing recipe that combines pasta with cured meats, cheese, and vegetables, ideal for serving as a main dish or as a complete salad. This preparation, especially enjoyed in warm climates or during summer, is characterized by its intense flavor and varied texture, thanks to the mix of ingredients like salami, chorizo, crispy bacon, and the softness of mozzarella.
Originating from home cooking, this pasta salad has become a classic for outdoor meals, picnics, or as a practical option to take to work. Its preparation is simple and does not require advanced cooking skills, making it perfect for beginner cooks or those looking for a quick and nutritious meal.
The key to this recipe is the balance of flavors: al dente pasta is mixed with a dressing of mayonnaise, olive oil, salt, and pepper, which binds all the ingredients together. Additionally, it supports multiple variations: you can substitute the cured meats with chicken, tuna, or ham, or add olives, corn, or hard-boiled eggs. It is a dish that pleases the whole family and can be adapted to everyone's tastes.
Prep
20 min
Cook
10 min
Servings
8
Calories
300 kcal
In a large pot, heat up salted water.
When the water is boiling add the pasta and let it cook until al dente.
When the pasta is ready, with the help of a sieve, remove all the water and then add a splash of olive oil, stir until well integrated.
Let the pasta rest for a few minutes so that it cools down a little and then put it in the fridge for about 10 minutes.
Cut the bacon into small pieces and sauté until golden brown; then remove the oil, place on absorbent paper and set aside.
Cut the pepper and onion into brunoise.
Cut the ham, sausage and sausage into cubes of approximately 1 cm.
Chop the fresh cheese. Book.
Cut the parsley leaves into medium pieces.
Remove the pasta from the fridge and add all of the above ingredients.
Add the mayonnaise and season with salt and pepper. Finally, add the olive oil.
Stir very well until all the ingredients are integrated.
Serve the pasta cold.
This recipe has a easy difficulty level, which means it's accessible for cooks of all levels.
The preparation time is 20 minutes and the cooking time is 10 minutes.
This recipe is designed for 8 servings.
Yes, many ingredients can be substituted with similar alternatives. We recommend checking the recipe variations.
Store the preparation in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Some preparations can be frozen for up to 3 months.
