Best 8 Pasta Salad With Pepperoni And Cheese Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our tantalizing pasta salad featuring the dynamic duo of pepperoni and cheese. This delectable dish is a delightful fusion of textures and tastes, sure to captivate your palate. Featuring three variations – classic, creamy, and tangy – each recipe offers a unique twist on this crowd-pleasing favorite. The classic recipe stays true to tradition, while the creamy version adds a luscious layer of richness. For those who crave a zesty kick, the tangy variation delivers a burst of bold flavors. Whether you prefer the simplicity of the classic, the decadence of the creamy, or the vibrant tanginess of the final variation, this trio of pasta salad recipes guarantees a culinary journey that will leave you craving more.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

CHEESY PEPPERONI PASTA SALAD



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Provided by ThisMomCanCook.com

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups rotini
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup cubed cheese
1/3 cup chopped celery
1 TBS Ranch Dressing
10 - 15 pieces of pepperoni (cut in small pieces)

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to directions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  • Add pasta to medium to large size bowl and add remaining ingredients.
  • Stir and mix ingredients well.
  • Serve immediately or put in the refrigerator covered for 1 hour.
  • Enjoy!

PEPPERONI PASTA SALAD



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Bottled Italian dressing and pepperoni add zip to this colorful combination shared by Shannon Lommen. Serve it right away or assemble it ahead of time. "The longer this salad chills the better," says the Kaysville, Utah cook.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups uncooked tricolor spiral pasta
1 cup cubed cheddar cheese
1 cup coarsely chopped cucumber
1 small tomato, chopped
2 green onions, chopped
28 pepperoni slices
1/2 cup zesty Italian salad dressing

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. In a large bowl, combine the pasta, cheese, cucumber, tomato, onions and pepperoni. Add salad dressing and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts :

PASTA SALAD WITH PEPPERONI AND CHEESE



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This is the absolute best pasta salad I've ever had. I got it on Celebrate With Style on the internet. I have made it many times for family and friends and it always gets eaten up. Leftovers (if any is left!) are even better.

Provided by PsychoCasseroleStep

Categories     Penne

Time 1h

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb penne or 1 lb rotini pasta
1 (8 ounce) bottle Italian dressing
8 ounces thinly sliced pepperoni, cut into strips
1 cup sun-dried tomato packed in oil, drained and thinly sliced
1 (6 ounce) jar marinated artichoke hearts, drained and cut in pieces
1 (6 ounce) can pitted ripe olives, drained and rinsed
1 1/2 cups diced provolone cheese
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh basil leaf
2 tablespoons dried Italian spices
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
salt & freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 1 or 2 Tbs. vegetable oil to water, to keep pasta from sticking. Cook penne or rotini until cooked, but still firm, about 9 minutes. Rinse pasta under cool water to stop cooking, and drain.
  • Combine bottled dressing with chopped parsley, chopped basil, dried Italian seasonings, and crushed red pepper.
  • Pour dressing over cooked pasta and toss. Add pepperoni, sun-dried tomatoes, artichoke hearts, ripe olives. Toss gently. Add cheese and toss again. Add salt and freshly ground pepper to taste.
  • Cover and refrigerate until about 30 minutes before ready to serve.

ITALIAN PASTA SALAD WITH PEPPERONI



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From the very first bite, young and old alike will savor this salad from Evelyn Harrington of Glens Falls, New York-and then come back for more! "Feel free to prepare it in advance," Evelyn advises. "Then, before serving, all you need to do is toss it with the dressing and cheeses."-Evelyn Harrington, Glens Falls, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 12-16 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 package (16 ounces) shell macaroni
1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 large tomato, chopped
4 to 6 green onions, sliced
1 can (4 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
2-1/2 ounces sliced pepperoni, halved
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 bottle (8 ounces) Italian salad dressing
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain and cool. Place in a large bowl; add the next seven ingredients and toss. Add garlic, oregano, salt and pepper; toss. Refrigerate. Just before serving, add dressing and cheeses; toss.

Nutrition Facts :

AWESOME PASTA SALAD



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This is the best pasta salad I've ever eaten, and people request it frequently. It's a very easy, light-tasting side dish for a picnic or dinner.

Provided by Irlandes

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Tomato Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (16 ounce) package fusilli (spiral) pasta
3 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
½ pound provolone cheese, cubed
½ pound salami, cubed
¼ pound sliced pepperoni, cut in half
1 large green bell pepper, cut into 1 inch pieces
1 (10 ounce) can black olives, drained
1 (4 ounce) jar pimentos, drained
1 (8 ounce) bottle Italian salad dressing

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente. Drain, and rinse with cold water.
  • In a large bowl, combine pasta with tomatoes, cheese, salami, pepperoni, green pepper, olives, and pimentos. Pour in salad dressing, and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 309.7 calories, Carbohydrate 25.9 g, Cholesterol 31.4 mg, Fat 17.7 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 12.9 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 913.2 mg, Sugar 2.6 g

PEPPERONI-ARTICHOKE PASTA SALAD



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Everyone loves a good pasta salad, and this one will make 'em feel like you fussed. Convenient store-bought dressing, artichoke hearts, olives, pepperoni and mozzarella cubes give it extra flavor and flair. mdash;Clara Coulson Minney, Washington Court House, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup uncooked bow tie pasta
1 cup cubed part-skim mozzarella cheese
3/4 cup water-packed artichoke hearts, rinsed, drained and chopped
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
2 ounces sliced pepperoni
1 small red onion, halved and sliced
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup chopped green pepper
1/2 cup Italian salad dressing

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the mozzarella cheese, artichokes, olives, pepperoni, onion, Parmesan cheese and green pepper., Drain pasta and rinse in cold water. Add to salad. Drizzle with salad dressing and toss to coat. Chill until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270 calories, Fat 18g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 840mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

PEPPERONI SPIRAL PASTA SALAD



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Make and share this Pepperoni Spiral Pasta Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Mannymom

Categories     Spring

Time 25m

Yield 15 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (16 ounce) tri-color spiral pasta
2 pepperoni (or a pkg of slices, quartered)
1 bunch fresh broccoli
1 (8 ounce) package cheddar cheese
1 (14 ounce) can pitted black olives (small, drained)
1 large tomatoes
1 (16 ounce) Italian dressing
1 tablespoon Salad Supreme dry seasoning

Steps:

  • Chop broccoli into bite size pieces and place into boiling water for about 2 minutes just until it turns bright green. Don't cook all the way.
  • Drain broccoli and set aside.
  • Bring rotini to a boil.
  • While rotini is boiling, chop the tomato, cheese, and pepperoni sticks.
  • Drain pasta and place into a large serving bowl.
  • Add pepperoni, broccoli, cheese, black olives and tomatoes.
  • Mix in the Italian dressing to desired texture and taste.
  • Sprinkle with Supreme Salad seasoning.
  • Chill in fridge.

PEPPERONI PIZZA PASTA SALAD



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A great cold pasta salad that can taste like your favorite pizza... depending on what toppings you like!

Provided by sandy

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 1h36m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 15

12 ounces penne pasta
1 small green bell pepper, chopped
1 small red bell pepper, chopped
1 tomato, chopped
1 (4 ounce) can sliced mushrooms, drained
¼ cup sliced black olives
1 (3 ounce) package pepperoni slices, cut into quarters
½ cup mayonnaise
½ cup Italian-style salad dressing
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; add penne and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain. Transfer to large serving bowl.
  • Place green and red bell peppers, tomato, mushrooms, olives, and pepperoni in the bowl of pasta.
  • Whisk mayonnaise, Italian dressing, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper together in a bowl. Pour over pasta mixture and toss to coat evenly. Top with mozzarella cheese and grated Parmesan cheese. Refrigerate at least 1 hour to chill before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 404.3 calories, Carbohydrate 36.1 g, Cholesterol 26.5 mg, Fat 24 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 12.8 g, SaturatedFat 5.8 g, Sodium 851.6 mg, Sugar 4.3 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your pasta salad.
  • Cook the pasta al dente. This means that it should be cooked until it is tender, but still has a slight bite to it.
  • Let the pasta cool completely before adding the other ingredients. This will help to prevent the pasta from becoming soggy.
  • Use a variety of toppings and mix-ins. This will make your pasta salad more flavorful and interesting.
  • Dress the pasta salad with a flavorful vinaigrette. This will help to bring all of the flavors together.
  • Serve the pasta salad chilled. This will make it even more refreshing on a hot day.

Conclusion:

Pasta salad with pepperoni and cheese is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its combination of flavors and textures, it is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give this pasta salad a try. You won't be disappointed!

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