Pepperoni Caesar Pasta Salad

Health score
7%
Pepperoni Caesar Pasta Salad
20 min.
4
506kcal

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Pepperoni Caesar Pasta Salad: A Delectable Fusion of Flavors

Discover the delightful marriage of textures and tastes in this Pepperoni Caesar Pasta Salad, a versatile dish that can serve as a side, lunch, main course, or main dish. Ready in just 20 minutes, this recipe is perfect for those busy days when you want a delicious meal without spending hours in the kitchen.

With a caloric content of 506 kcal per serving, this pasta salad strikes a balance between indulgence and restraint, making it a guilt-free option for those watching their waistlines. The combination of fresh broccoli florets, quartered pepperoni slices, and shell pasta, all tossed in a generous helping of Caesar salad dressing, promises a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.

To make this dish, you'll need a simple list of ingredients: fresh broccoli florets, a package of sliced pepperoni, shell pasta, shredded mozzarella cheese, and Caesar salad dressing. With just a bowl and a pot as your equipment, you're minutes away from a culinary delight that's as easy on the eyes as it is on the palate.

Whether you're hosting a casual get-together or looking for a quick yet impressive meal, this Pepperoni Caesar Pasta Salad is sure to impress. Its hearty yet refreshing nature makes it a perfect addition to any table, promising a meal that's as satisfying as it is simple to prepare. So why wait? Dive into the delicious world of Pepperoni Caesar Pasta Salad and let your culinary journey begin!

Ingredients

  • cup broccoli florets fresh
  • 0.5 cup caesar dressing prepared
  • 3.3 ounce pepperoni sliced quartered
  • 1.5 cups shells 
  • cup mozzarella cheese shredded

Equipment

  • bowl
  • pot

Directions

  1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook shell pasta in boiling water, stirring occasionally, until cooked through but firm to the bite, 8 minutes.
  2. Drain.
  3. Combine mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, and broccoli in a large bowl; fold in pasta.
  4. Drizzle with Caesar salad dressing, tossing to combine. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories506kcal
Protein13.34%
Fat61.75%
Carbs24.91%

Properties

Glycemic Index
32.25
Glycemic Load
11.79
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
14.770869731903%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.18mg
Kaempferol
1.78mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.74mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:506.16kcal
25.31%
Fat:34.55g
53.16%
Saturated Fat:10.47g
65.45%
Carbohydrates:31.37g
10.46%
Net Carbohydrates:29.43g
10.7%
Sugar:2.5g
2.78%
Cholesterol:55.92mg
18.64%
Sodium:904.69mg
39.33%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:16.8g
33.6%
Vitamin K:56.07µg
53.4%
Selenium:36.18µg
51.68%
Manganese:0.55mg
27.41%
Vitamin C:20.38mg
24.7%
Phosphorus:226.99mg
22.7%
Calcium:178.44mg
17.84%
Vitamin B12:0.95µg
15.78%
Zinc:2.03mg
13.56%
Vitamin E:1.9mg
12.68%
Vitamin B2:0.19mg
11.21%
Vitamin B3:1.97mg
9.87%
Vitamin B6:0.19mg
9.71%
Magnesium:34.99mg
8.75%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
8.24%
Iron:1.4mg
7.78%
Fiber:1.94g
7.75%
Copper:0.15mg
7.33%
Potassium:248.43mg
7.1%
Vitamin A:341IU
6.82%
Vitamin B5:0.63mg
6.28%
Folate:24.78µg
6.2%
Vitamin D:0.44µg
2.94%
Source:Allrecipes