PIZZA PASTA SALAD
This PIZZA PASTA SALAD has all of your favorite pepperoni pizza toppings combined into one delicious pasta salad recipe. Pasta, pepperoni, mozzarella, tomato, onion, peppers and olives tossed in a fresh Italian dressing.
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PASTA SALAD RECIPE
This pasta salad is great for potlucks, parties, game-day and meal prep. It is loaded with so many flavors, textures and colors. Pizza Pasta Salad is sure to be a hit for any occasion.
INGREDIENT OPTIONS:
Add any of your favorite pizza toppings or omit any ingredients to fit your preferences.
Add On Ideas: Mushrooms (sautéed or raw), basil, Canadian bacon, zucchini, artichoke hearts, spinach, etc.
STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS:
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-5 days.
MORE UNIQUE PASTA SALAD RECIPES:
BLT PASTA SALAD – CHICKEN BACON RANCH PASTA SALAD – CAPRESE PASTA SALAD – BLOODY MARY SHRIMP PASTA SALAD
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PIZZA PASTA SALAD
Equipment
Ingredients
- PASTA SALAD:
- 1 16oz box rotini pasta
- 3 oz pepperoni slices halved or quartered
- 1 8oz package mozzarella pearls
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- ¼ cup diced red onion
- 1 green bell pepper diced
- ¼ cup jarred banana pepper rings
- ¼ cup sliced black olives
- DRESSING:
- ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
- ⅓ cup red wine vinegar
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh sliced basil
- 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Rinse pasta under cool water, drain and set aside in a large bowl to fully cool.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the dressing ingredients until well combined.
- Add remaining pasta salad ingredients and dressing to pasta, toss well. Chill covered for at least one hour before serving.
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