Pastrami Pasta Salad

Instructions

1. 1

   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.

2. 2

   While the pasta is cooking, thinly slice the pastrami and the onion.

3. 3

   In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

4. 4

   In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, sliced pastrami, and onion.

5. 5

   Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss to coat evenly.

6. 6

   Finely chop the fresh parsley and grate the Parmesan cheese.

7. 7

   Add the parsley and half of the Parmesan cheese to the salad and mix well.

8. 8

   Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.

9. 9

   Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

10. 10

    Serve the pasta salad garnished with the remaining Parmesan cheese on top.