Layered Pizza Salad

Health score
11%
Layered Pizza Salad
165 min.
10
373kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your salad game? Introducing the Layered Pizza Salad, a delightful fusion of flavors that brings the best of pizza into a refreshing, vibrant dish. Perfect for gatherings, this salad serves up to 10 people, making it an ideal choice for parties, picnics, or family lunches. With a preparation time of just 165 minutes, you can easily whip up this crowd-pleaser that’s sure to impress your guests.

This salad is not just a side dish; it can stand proudly as a main course, bursting with the savory goodness of pepperoni, fresh mozzarella, and colorful vegetables. The combination of rotini pasta and zesty Italian dressing creates a satisfying base, while the layers of red and green bell peppers, tomatoes, and olives add a refreshing crunch. Topped with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, each bite is a delightful explosion of flavors that will transport you straight to your favorite pizzeria.

Whether you’re looking for a hearty lunch option or a unique side dish to complement your main course, the Layered Pizza Salad is versatile enough to fit any occasion. Plus, it’s a fantastic way to sneak in some veggies while indulging in the flavors you love. So gather your ingredients, and let’s create a salad that’s not only delicious but also a feast for the eyes!

Ingredients

  • 16 oz rotini pasta uncooked
  • tablespoons penzey's southwest seasoning 
  • medium bell pepper red chopped
  •  plum tomatoes chopped (Roma)
  • large bell pepper green chopped
  • 3.5 oz pepperoni sliced
  • oz mozzarella fresh halved drained (cheese balls)
  •  spring onion with tops, sliced ( 1/2 cup)
  • 0.5 cup pimientos green sliced
  • cup salad dressing italian
  • 0.3 cup parmesan shredded

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. Cook and drain pasta as directed on package. Rinse with cold water to cool; drain.
  2. In 3- or 4-quart clear bowl, layer 4 cups pasta, 1 tablespoon of the seasoning, the red bell pepper, tomatoes, green bell pepper, remaining pasta, remaining 1 tablespoon seasoning, the pepperoni, mozzarella, onions and olives.
  3. Pour dressing over salad; sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Refrigerate 2 hours. Stir just before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories373kcal
Protein15.7%
Fat39.04%
Carbs45.26%

Properties

Glycemic Index
28.6
Glycemic Load
14.39
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
16.919999879339%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.08mg
Luteolin
0.85mg
Kaempferol
0.07mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.85mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:372.81kcal
18.64%
Fat:16.21g
24.94%
Saturated Fat:6.04g
37.75%
Carbohydrates:42.27g
14.09%
Net Carbohydrates:38.57g
14.03%
Sugar:5.75g
6.38%
Cholesterol:29.24mg
9.75%
Sodium:579.64mg
25.2%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:14.67g
29.34%
Selenium:36.62µg
52.31%
Vitamin C:40.94mg
49.62%
Vitamin K:43.94µg
41.85%
Manganese:0.7mg
34.96%
Phosphorus:219.64mg
21.96%
Calcium:212.8mg
21.28%
Vitamin A:1058.94IU
21.18%
Fiber:3.7g
14.8%
Vitamin B6:0.27mg
13.28%
Iron:2.38mg
13.24%
Zinc:1.82mg
12.11%
Magnesium:46.45mg
11.61%
Vitamin B12:0.68µg
11.27%
Vitamin E:1.67mg
11.14%
Vitamin B2:0.17mg
9.87%
Copper:0.2mg
9.78%
Vitamin B3:1.82mg
9.12%
Potassium:316.54mg
9.04%
Folate:29.38µg
7.35%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.32%
Vitamin B5:0.45mg
4.52%
Vitamin D:0.23µg
1.55%