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Pizza Pasta Salad

Fresh and Flavorful Pizza Pasta Salad for Your Next Lunch

This Pizza Pasta Salad is a quick, delicious blend of rotini, pepperoni, and mozzarella, perfect for lunch or dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 oz Rotini Pasta Base of the salad, holds dressing well.
  • 5 oz Sliced Pepperoni Classic pizza flavor; can replace with turkey or vegetarian pepperoni.
  • 1 cup Diced Mozzarella Cheese Adds creaminess; substitute with low-fat mozzarella or dairy-free cheese.
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes, halved Fresh sweetness and acidity.
  • 1/2 cup Sliced Black Olives Adds saltiness; can use green olives for a twist.
  • 1 cup Green Bell Pepper, diced Provides crunch and color.
  • 1/2 cup Red Onion, finely chopped Offers a sharp bite; can use green onions for a milder flavor.
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Italian Dressing Binds ingredients together with acidity.
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano Reinforces the pizza flavor profile.
  • to taste Salt and Pepper Enhances overall flavor.

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • colander
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add rotini pasta and cook according to package instructions, about 8-10 minutes, until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Combine the Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta with pepperoni, mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, olives, green bell pepper, and red onion. Stir gently to distribute ingredients.
  3. Add the Dressing: Pour Italian dressing over the pasta mixture. Toss thoroughly to evenly coat every piece.
  4. Season to Taste: Sprinkle dried oregano over the salad, then season with salt and pepper. Mix again to incorporate.
  5. Chill Before Serving: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least one hour.
  6. Toss Again Before Serving: Before serving, gently toss the salad again and serve chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 12gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 8mg

Notes

This salad is highly customizable with different veggies or proteins according to your preferences.

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