Best Pepperoni Mozzarella Broccoli Pasta Salad Recipes

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BROCCOLI PASTA SALAD



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Use fresh broccoli and make a delightful healthy pasta salad with mozzarella, tomatoes, and mustard vinaigrette.

Provided by Stephanie Manley

Categories     Salad

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 ounces Rigatoni pasta
4 cups broccoli florets
4 ounces mozzarella cheese (cubed)
1 pound cherry tomatoes (halved)
1/3 cup chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/3 cup lemon juice
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
3 cloves garlic (minced)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Combine all the vinaigrette ingredients in a jar, cover tightly, and shake vigorously. Cover and chill until ready to use.
  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain. Rinse with cold water, and drain again.
  • Boil the broccoli for 2 to 3 minutes or until slightly tender. Drain, rinse with cold water, and drain again.
  • Combine the pasta, broccoli, mozzarella cheese, tomatoes, and herbs in a large bowl.
  • Add mustard vinaigrette dressing and toss to combine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 296 kcal, Carbohydrate 28 g, Protein 8 g, Fat 17 g, SaturatedFat 13 g, Cholesterol 11 mg, Sodium 273 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving

THE ULTIMATE PASTA SALAD



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The tri-colored pasta along with the variety of vegetables, pepperoni, cheeses and spices is what makes this pasta salad out of this world. Great to take to a BBQ on those warm summer nights. This salad tastes wonderful right after you make it, but is best served the day after.

Provided by Helene Rose-Carson

Categories     Salad     Pasta Salad

Time 1h25m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (16 ounce) package uncooked tri-colored spiral pasta
1 head fresh broccoli, cut into bite size pieces
1 head fresh cauliflower, chopped into bite size pieces
1 red onion, chopped
2 teaspoons minced garlic
8 ounces pepperoni slices, cut into quarters
1 (8 ounce) package mozzarella cheese, cut into cubes
1 (6 ounce) can large pitted black olives, drained and sliced
½ cup olive oil, or to taste
½ cup red wine vinegar, or to taste
salt and pepper to taste
Italian seasoning to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Place pasta in the pot, cook for 8 to 10 minutes, until al dente, and drain. Transfer to a bowl, cover, and chill 1 hour in the refrigerator.
  • Toss chilled pasta with the broccoli, cauliflower, red onion, garlic, pepperoni, mozzarella cheese, olives, olive oil, and red wine vinegar. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Chill in the refrigerator until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 410.9 calories, Carbohydrate 36.2 g, Cholesterol 31.5 mg, Fat 22.7 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 16.1 g, SaturatedFat 6.3 g, Sodium 572.1 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

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 :

RAINBOW PASTA SALAD I



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A terrific Italian-flavored pasta salad with broccoli, pepperoni and cheese.

Provided by CESTIE

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Rotini Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (16 ounce) package tri-color rotini pasta
¼ pound sliced pepperoni sausage
1 cup fresh broccoli florets
1 (6 ounce) can black olives, drained and sliced
1 (8 ounce) package mozzarella cheese, shredded
1 (16 ounce) bottle Italian-style 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 twice in cold water.
  • In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, pepperoni, broccoli, olives, cheese and dressing.
  • Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 415.1 calories, Carbohydrate 25.6 g, Cholesterol 32.8 mg, Fat 29.1 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 13.9 g, SaturatedFat 7.9 g, Sodium 1518 mg, Sugar 5.1 g

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