Best Pizza Pasta Summer Salad Recipes

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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.

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

PEPPERONI PIZZA SALAD



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I like to serve this refreshing salad during the summer when my family craves pizza but I don't want to heat up the house by turning on the oven. It's so popular at potlucks that I always bring home an empty bowl. -Cathy Riebschlager, Hordville, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 12-14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

10 plum tomatoes, chopped
3 medium green pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1 package (3-1/2 ounces) sliced pepperoni
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/3 cup tomato juice
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1/4 cup olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3/4 cup salad croutons

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the tomatoes, green peppers, cheese, pepperoni, olives and onion. In a small bowl, combine the tomato juice, vinegar, oil, garlic, basil and pepper. , Pour over tomato mixture and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for several hours. Just before serving, sprinkle with croutons.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 144 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 298mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

SUMMER PASTA SALAD I



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This is a great pasta salad, light and refreshing and a great family favorite! Has Catalina and Italian dressing, veggies and vinegar that gives it that zing! This is best when prepared the day before to get the full flavor!

Provided by TINA B

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Vegetarian Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (16 ounce) package penne pasta
1 cup distilled white vinegar
½ cup white sugar
1 (16 ounce) bottle Catalina salad dressing
1 cup Italian-style salad dressing
1 cucumber, chopped
2 (2 ounce) cans sliced black olives
1 tomato, chopped
½ cup chopped onion
1 cup chopped baby carrots
1 green bell pepper, chopped
½ teaspoon celery salt
salt and pepper to taste

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.
  • In a small saucepan, bring vinegar and sugar to a boil. Boil for one minute.
  • In large bowl, combine vinegar mixture, Catalina dressing and Italian dressing. Mix well. Add pasta, cucumber, olives, tomato, onion, carrots, and bell pepper; toss. Season with celery salt, salt and pepper. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 478.6 calories, Carbohydrate 60.5 g, Fat 24.4 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 6.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 1021.4 mg, Sugar 24.8 g

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