Description
This Delicious Pizza Pasta Salad is a vibrant medley of textures and flavors, featuring al dente pasta enveloped in a creamy dressing, punctuated by the crunch of fresh vegetables and the savory notes of pepperoni and cheese. Each bite offers a delightful contrast between the rich creaminess and the zesty toppings, making it a perfect dish for any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- Pasta: 8 oz rotini pasta, cooked al dente and cooled
- Vegetables:
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
- Meats:
- 1 cup pepperoni, sliced
- 1/2 cup cooked Italian sausage, crumbled
- Cheese:
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, cubed
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- Dressing:
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 1/4 cup Italian dressing
- Seasonings:
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, pepperoni, Italian sausage, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the ranch dressing, Italian dressing, oregano, and garlic powder until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Before serving, give the salad a good stir and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Notes
- This salad can be made a day in advance; just keep it covered in the refrigerator.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- For a lighter version, substitute Greek yogurt for ranch dressing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: salad
- Method: mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 20 grams
- Saturated Fat: 8 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 30 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 15 grams
- Cholesterol: 40 milligrams
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