Turkey Mozzarella Pasta Salad
This easy, fresh pasta salad combines tender udon noodles, turkey, bell peppers, and creamy mozzarella pearls, all tossed in a light vinaigrette.
Ingredients
- 4 cups Japanese Udon Noodles
- 1 cup chopped deli turkey slices
- 1 cup diced bell peppers
- 1 cup thinly sliced red cabbage
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella not grated
- Dressing
- ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1.5 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove crushed garlic
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Optional: Pinch of Red pepper flakes
Instructions
- dd dry udon noodles to a large pot and boil according to package directions, rinse in cold water, drain and place in a large bowl
- Pasta Salad Dressing
- In a medium bowl, combine olive oil, red wine vinegar, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and whisk together until fully combined.
- Pour into the cooked pasta and toss until all of the pasta is coated
- Add the cheese, tomatoes, and chicken and stir together,
- Place in refrigerator until ready to eat. The longer you refrigerate the more flavors soak into the pasta.
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