Pizza Pasta Salad
Craving for a dish that combines the best of both worlds – pizza and pasta? Look no further than this delightful and easy-to-make Pizza Pasta Salad. It's a colorful and flavorful twist on traditional pasta salads that will surely become a family favorite. Packed with all the classic pizza toppings, this recipe is perfect for picnics, potlucks, or a quick weeknight dinner. Let's dive into creating this delectable dish that is sure to impress!
Ingredients
Instructions
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Cook the rotini pasta according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool. Transfer to a large mixing bowl.
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Add the cherry tomatoes, black olives, bell peppers, red onion, pepperoni slices, mozzarella cheese, and fresh basil to the bowl with the pasta.
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In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
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Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss everything together until well combined and evenly coated.
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Cover the bowl and refrigerate the pizza pasta salad for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
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Before serving, give the salad a final toss and adjust the seasoning if needed. Garnish with extra fresh basil leaves if desired.
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Serve chilled and enjoy this delicious fusion of pizza and pasta in a salad form!
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: 1 serving- Calories
- 380 kcal
- Total Fat
- 22 g
- Saturated Fat
- 6 g
- Cholesterol
- 25 mg
- Sodium
- 420 mg
- Total Carbohydrate
- 32 g
- Dietary Fiber
- 3 g
- Sugars
- 3 g
- Protein
- 14 g
With the perfect balance of flavors and textures, this Pizza Pasta Salad is a delightful dish that will satisfy your pizza and pasta cravings in a healthier and refreshing way. So, next time you're looking for a fun and tasty twist on classic pasta salad, give this recipe a try and watch it become a new household favorite. Happy cooking!