Best 7 Pizza Pasta Salad Recipes

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Pizza Pasta Salad is a delightful and versatile dish that combines the flavors of classic Italian dishes into one irresistible meal. This salad features a medley of cooked pasta, fresh vegetables, savory meats, and a tangy dressing, all topped with a layer of melted cheese. With variations ranging from traditional to unique, there's a Pizza Pasta Salad recipe for every taste. From the classic combination of pepperoni, mozzarella, and Italian dressing to the innovative fusion of grilled chicken, roasted red peppers, and pesto dressing, each recipe offers a unique take on this crowd-pleasing dish. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a dish to impress your guests, Pizza Pasta Salad is sure to satisfy.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

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

SUPREME PIZZA PASTA SALAD



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings as a side

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1/2 medium red onion, chopped
8 fresh white button mushrooms, sliced
1 small green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1 stick pepperoni, casing removed and cut into a small dice
1 pound ball fresh mozzarella or fresh smoked mozzarella, diced
20 leaves fresh basil, torn or thinly sliced
1 pound wagon wheel pasta, cooked to al dente and cooled under cold water, then drained
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves or Italian dried seasoning
1 rounded tablespoon tomato paste
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar, eyeball it
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil, eyeball it
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Combine tomatoes, onion, mushrooms, peppers, pepperoni, mozzarella, basil and pasta in a big bowl. Whisk garlic salt, oregano or Italian seasoning, tomato paste and vinegar together. Stream in extra-virgin olive oil while continuing to whisk dressing. When oil is incorporated, pour dressing over pasta salad, add a few grinds of black pepper to the bowl, then toss salad to coat evenly. Adjust your seasonings and serve salad. Leftovers make a great lunch or snack the next day!

PIZZA PASTA SALAD



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This pasta salad is a popular addition to summer menus. My children love this salad.-Danielle Carpenter, Vienna, West Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 7 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

8 ounces uncooked spiral pasta
6 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
1 cup (4 ounces) cubed cheddar cheese
1 cup (4 ounces) cubed part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup sliced green onions
1/2 cup sliced pepperoni (about 1-1/2 ounces)

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the oil, Parmesan cheese, vinegar, oregano, salt, garlic powder and pepper; shake well. , Drain pasta; rinse in cold water. In a large bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Add pasta. Drizzle with dressing; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 382 calories, Fat 25g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 38mg cholesterol, Sodium 517mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

MR. FOOD'S PIZZA PASTA SALAD



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From the Mr. Food Website, passed on to me by a co-worker, but adjusted to fit my tastes (decreased oil, decreased cheese). So tasty, you won't believe that it's made from such simple ingredients. Perfect seasonings and done in a flash...even DH couldn't stop commenting on how tasty it was!

Provided by MrsKnox2016

Categories     Kid Friendly

Time 25m

Yield 12-16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

16 ounces pasta, bowtie style
3 roma tomatoes, diced
8 ounces shredded cheddar cheese
3 scallions, diced
3 ounces pepperoni, sliced in half
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup red wine vinegar
1/3 cup parmesan cheese, grated
2 teaspoons italian seasoning
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Cook pasta to al dente, drain well and transfer to a large bowl.
  • While pasta is cooking, whisk oil, vinegar, parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, italian seasoning and garlic powder together in a separate bowl.
  • Toss pepperoni halves, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese and diced scallions into the pasta bowl. Add dressing and toss well.
  • Refrigerate at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 346.9, Fat 19.6, SaturatedFat 6.9, Cholesterol 30.6, Sodium 482.1, Carbohydrate 30.1, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 1.4, Protein 12.4

PIZZA PASTA SALAD



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Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 (16 ounce) package Rotini pasta (cooked and drained)
3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup Mozzarella cheese (cubed)
1/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese (cubed)
3/4 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
1/2 cup mini pepperoni slices
1 (2.25 ounce) can sliced olives (drained)
1 green bell pepper (diced)
1/2 teaspoon pizza seasoning
3/4 cup olive oil
1/2 cup red wine vinegar
2 teaspoons oregano
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine your pasta, Parmesan cheese, Mozzarella cheese, sharp cheddar cheese, cherry tomatoes, pepperoni slices, sliced olives, green pepper, and pizza seasoning.
  • In a smaller separate bowl, make your dressing by combining your olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, garlic powder, and salt. Mix until well combined.
  • Pour the dressing mixture over the pasta salad, and let refrigerate for about an hour.
  • Serve cold.

Nutrition Facts : Servingsize 1 serving, Calories 3770 kcal, Fat 235 g, SaturatedFat 52 g, Cholesterol 132 mg, Sodium 4262 mg, Carbohydrate 302 g, Sugar 27 g, Protein 120 mg

PIZZA PASTA SALAD



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Pizza and pasta salad unite in this easy potluck-ready recipe that's ready in a flash and completely delicious.

Provided by By Corey Valley

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 box Betty Crocker™ Suddenly Pasta Salad™ classic pasta salad mix
Water and oil called for on pasta salad box
20 pepperoni slices, cut in half
1/2 cup sliced ripe olives
1 cup cubed mozzarella cheese
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
2 or 3 fresh basil leaves

Steps:

  • Cook, drain and rinse pasta as directed on box.
  • Meanwhile, in large bowl, mix water, oil and contents of seasoning packet. Add pasta, pepperoni, ripe olives, cheese and tomatoes. Mix until well combined.
  • Refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving. Top with basil leaves just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320, Carbohydrate 7 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 14 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 830 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 1/2 g

PIZZA PASTA SALAD



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My sister, Patty sent me this recipe so I had to try it. It is the best pasta salad recipe and so easy to make. I did change a few things from the recipe though when I made it. I made my own italian dressing and added a little balsamic vinegar to it. Turned out great. I hope you enjoy.

Provided by Kathy Burwell

Categories     Pasta Sides

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 7

16 oz rotini pasta
1 c pepperoni (i used 5 oz bag of mini pepperonis)
1 can(s) black olives, sliced
1 c mozzarella, (i used 6 string cheeses cut)
1/4 c parmesan cheese
1 c tomatoes, diced (i used small cherry tomatoes)
1 bottle bernstein's restaurant recipe italian dressing (i made my own and added balsamic vinegar)

Steps:

  • 1. Cook pasta according to package directions. I always cook mine al dente. Drain and cool. (I put ice in the bowl with the pasta to make it cool faster)
  • 2. While pasta is cooking, prepare all other ingredients so they will be ready to add to the pasta when it is done.
  • 3. Add all ingredients to the pasta and mix. Refrigerate and serve. I would say that this is better the second day, but I am not sure because we do not ever have any left over.

Tips:

  • Use a high-quality pasta for the best flavor and texture.
  • Cook the pasta al dente, so that it still has a slight bite to it.
  • Use a variety of vegetables in your salad for added flavor and nutrition.
  • Choose a flavorful dressing that will complement the other ingredients in the salad.
  • Top the salad with freshly grated Parmesan cheese or crumbled feta cheese for a finishing touch.

Conclusion:

Pizza pasta salad is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for lunch, dinner, or as a side dish. It's easy to make and can be customized to your liking. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give pizza pasta salad a try!

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