PIZZA PIZZAZZ SALAD

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This recipe by Barbara Maier was the $400 winner of the Potluck Salad Category in BH&G magazine.

Provided by cookiedog

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 30m

Yield 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 (8 ounce) package greens
1 (5 ounce) package baby lettuce
4 cups grape tomatoes
1/2 red onion, thinly sliced, separated in rings
1/2 sweet red pepper, cut in bite-size strips
1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
6 ounces link pepperoni, casing removed, and thinly sliced
4 ounces crumbled blue cheese
1 (5 1/2 ounce) box italian seasoned croutons
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/3 cup white balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup snipped flat-leaf Italian parsley
1/4 cup fresh basil (freshly snipped)
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon sea salt or 3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • In a extra-large salad bowl combine greens and lettuces. Top with tomatoes, red onion, sweet pepper, beans, pepperoni, and cheese. Cover and chill up to 6 hours. Makes 20 servings.
  • Herb Dressing: In screw-top jar combine 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 1/3 cup white balsamic vinegar; 1/4 cup snipped Italian (flat-leaf) parsley; 1/4 cup snipped fresh basil; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 1 teaspoon sea salt or 3/4 teaspoon salt; and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Cover and shake. Before serving, shake dressing well; pour over salad and toss to coat. Sprinkle with croutons.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 165.8, Fat 11.3, SaturatedFat 3.4, Cholesterol 14.4, Sodium 401.4, Carbohydrate 10.7, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 0.7, Protein 5.9

Ryan Mcneil
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I can't wait to try this salad!


Tasha Sharrer
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This salad is the perfect way to use up leftover pizza ingredients.


Peter Thairuy
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I'm not a huge fan of salad, but this one is actually really good!


Mohammad Chaker
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their veggies. My kids love the croutons and the salty flavor of the Parmesan cheese.


Alina Ioana
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This salad is delicious! The dressing is tangy and flavorful, and the salad is packed with fresh veggies.


Alisha Lewis
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's the perfect salad for a summer picnic or barbecue.


Yves Laurent
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover pizza ingredients. It's also a healthy and delicious lunch or dinner option.


Lord Kaos
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I'm not a huge fan of salad, but this one is actually really good! The dressing is light and flavorful, and the salad is packed with fresh veggies.


Kusum Pariyar
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love the crunch of the croutons and the salty flavor of the Parmesan cheese.


Aadan Mohammad
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination. The dressing is especially tasty.


Skylar Giulia
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This salad is a delicious and refreshing way to enjoy pizza flavors without the guilt! The dressing is tangy and flavorful, and the salad is packed with fresh veggies. I will definitely be making this again!