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Pizza Pasta Salad

Delicious Pizza Pasta Salad for Your Next Gathering

This Pizza Pasta Salad is a perfect blend of pizza flavors and fresh vegetables, making it a crowd-pleaser for gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Rotini Pasta Can substitute with fusilli or penne.
For the Salad
  • 5 ounces Sliced Pepperoni May substitute with salami or omit for vegetarian.
  • 8 ounces Diced Mozzarella Cheese Substitutes include cheddar or provolone.
  • 1 cup Halved Cherry Tomatoes Regular diced tomatoes can be used.
  • ½ cup Sliced Black Olives Green olives or omit if preferred.
  • 1 whole Diced Green Bell Pepper Red or yellow bell peppers can be used.
  • ¼ cup Finely Chopped Red Onion Green onions can be a milder alternative.
For Flavor
  • 1 cup Italian Dressing Homemade dressing can be substituted.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Italian seasoning or fresh herbs can be used.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • colander
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Tongs or large spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Pizza Pasta Salad
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add rotini pasta and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine cooled pasta with pepperoni, mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, black olives, green bell pepper, and red onion. Toss gently.
  3. Pour Italian dressing over the salad mixture and toss to coat evenly.
  4. Sprinkle dried oregano and season with salt and pepper. Mix again.
  5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
  6. Give the salad a gentle toss before serving. Enjoy chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 12gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure to cool the pasta properly and allow chill time for best flavor. Creative ingredient substitutions are welcomed.

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