Layered Pizza Salad

Health score
10%
Layered Pizza Salad
165 min.
10
380kcal

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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 salad format. Perfect for gatherings, this dish 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 vibrant salad that’s sure to impress your guests.

This salad is not just a feast for the eyes; it’s a harmonious blend of fresh ingredients that captures the essence of a classic pizza. Imagine the crunch of bell peppers, the zing of zesty Italian dressing, and the savory goodness of pepperoni and mozzarella cheese, all layered beautifully in a clear bowl. Each bite offers a delightful combination of textures and flavors, from the creamy mozzarella to the tangy olives and the satisfying bite of rotini pasta.

Whether you’re looking for a side dish to complement your main course or a hearty lunch option, the Layered Pizza Salad fits the bill perfectly. With a caloric breakdown that balances protein, fats, and carbohydrates, it’s a guilt-free indulgence that doesn’t compromise on taste. So gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and get ready to create a dish that will have everyone coming back for seconds!

Ingredients

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

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

Calories380kcal
Protein15.34%
Fat40.64%
Carbs44.02%

Properties

Glycemic Index
24.1
Glycemic Load
14.22
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
16.053043541701%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.08mg
Luteolin
0.88mg
Kaempferol
0.07mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.85mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:379.91kcal
19%
Fat:17.21g
26.47%
Saturated Fat:6.17g
38.58%
Carbohydrates:41.93g
13.98%
Net Carbohydrates:38.23g
13.9%
Sugar:5.46g
6.07%
Cholesterol:29.24mg
9.75%
Sodium:683.3mg
29.71%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:14.61g
29.22%
Selenium:36.66µg
52.37%
Vitamin K:43.05µg
41%
Vitamin C:30.96mg
37.52%
Manganese:0.69mg
34.52%
Phosphorus:217.9mg
21.79%
Calcium:215.64mg
21.56%
Vitamin A:830.58IU
16.61%
Fiber:3.7g
14.81%
Vitamin E:1.85mg
12.32%
Iron:2.22mg
12.32%
Vitamin B6:0.24mg
12.12%
Zinc:1.8mg
11.98%
Magnesium:46.52mg
11.63%
Vitamin B12:0.68µg
11.27%
Copper:0.2mg
9.89%
Vitamin B2:0.16mg
9.48%
Vitamin B3:1.77mg
8.84%
Potassium:300.85mg
8.6%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.28%
Folate:28.91µg
7.23%
Vitamin B5:0.45mg
4.53%
Vitamin D:0.23µg
1.55%