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Pizza Pasta Salad

Zesty Pizza Pasta Salad: A Refreshing Twist on Tradition

Pizza Pasta Salad combines pizza flavors into a refreshing salad, perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 oz Rotini Pasta Whole wheat adds extra fiber.
  • 6 oz Sliced Pepperoni Substitute with turkey or plant-based for a lighter option.
  • 8 oz Diced Mozzarella Cheese Swap with feta for a tangy twist.
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Use grape tomatoes if needed.
  • 1/2 cup Sliced Black Olives Green olives can work well too.
  • 1 medium Green Bell Pepper Red or yellow bell peppers offer sweetness.
  • 1/2 medium Red Onion Scallions are a milder alternative.
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Italian Dressing Any vinaigrette can be substituted.
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano Italian seasoning can be a good alternative.
  • to taste Salt Adjust according to preference.
  • to taste Pepper Adjust according to preference.

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Mixing Bowl
  • plastic wrap

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by cooking the rotini pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water, following package instructions until al dente, approximately 8-10 minutes. Once done, drain the pasta and rinse it under cold water to halt the cooking process.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled rotini, sliced pepperoni, diced mozzarella cheese, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced black olives, chopped green bell pepper, and diced red onion. Stir gently to mix the ingredients thoroughly.
  3. Pour the Italian dressing generously over the mixed ingredients in the bowl. Toss everything together carefully, ensuring that every piece is coated in the zesty dressing.
  4. Sprinkle in the dried oregano, and season with salt and pepper according to your taste. Mix gently again to distribute the seasonings evenly throughout the salad.
  5. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the Pizza Pasta Salad for at least one hour to allow the flavors to meld beautifully.
  6. Before serving, give the salad another gentle toss to refresh the mix. Check and adjust the seasoning if necessary, and serve cold.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 12gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 670mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This Pizza Pasta Salad can be prepared ahead. Letting it chill enhances its flavors!

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