Pizza pasta salad

Health score
25%
Pizza pasta salad
25 min.
1
709kcal

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Are you craving a dish that’s both hearty and refreshing? Look no further than this delightful Pizza Pasta Salad! This quick and easy recipe is perfect for a solo lunch, a satisfying side dish, or even as a light main course. In just 25 minutes, you’ll whip up a vibrant and flavorful salad that beautifully combines the comforting elements of pizza with the fun twist of pasta.

This dish features al dente pasta tossed with luscious sundried tomato pesto, providing a delightful base for a medley of fresh ingredients. Juicy baby plum tomatoes, creamy light mozzarella, and zesty black olives come together to create a symphony of flavors and textures. Not to mention the addition of salami, which adds a savory and slightly spicy kick to the mix.

What makes this recipe truly special is its versatility. You can easily adjust the ingredients based on your preferences or what you have on hand. It’s also a fantastic way to use up leftover ingredients from your fridge! With the refreshing scent of basil leaves sprinkled on top, this Pizza Pasta Salad is not only a treat for your taste buds but also looks stunning when served.

Whether you’re indulging on your own or impressing guests, this dish is sure to satisfy. So gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and get ready to enjoy a scrumptious meal that’s packed with flavor, vibrant colors, and wholesome goodness!

Ingredients

  • 85 soup noodles 
  • tsp olive oil 
  • tbsp pesto rosso 
  • 85 baby plum tomato halved
  • 50 mozzarella cheese light cubed
  •  olives black halved
  • slices genoa salami sliced into ribbons
  • handful basil leaves 

Equipment

    Directions

    1. Cook the pasta following pack instructions.
    2. Drain, rinse under cold water to cool, then drain well. Toss with the oil and sundried tomato pesto, season to taste.
    3. Place in a jar or plastic box and scatter over the remaining ingredients in layers, ending with the basil.

    Nutrition Facts

    Calories709kcal
    Protein18.01%
    Fat41.6%
    Carbs40.39%

    Properties

    Glycemic Index
    205
    Glycemic Load
    26.86
    Inflammation Score
    -8
    Nutrition Score
    24.069130239279%

    Flavonoids

    Naringenin
    0.58mg
    Luteolin
    0.07mg
    Kaempferol
    0.08mg
    Myricetin
    0.11mg
    Quercetin
    0.49mg

    Nutrients percent of daily need

    Calories:708.96kcal
    35.45%
    Fat:32.56g
    50.09%
    Saturated Fat:12.34g
    77.13%
    Carbohydrates:71.14g
    23.71%
    Net Carbohydrates:66.49g
    24.18%
    Sugar:6.29g
    6.99%
    Cholesterol:69.14mg
    23.05%
    Sodium:1461.67mg
    63.55%
    Alcohol:0g
    100%
    Alcohol %:0%
    100%
    Protein:31.71g
    63.42%
    Selenium:71.48µg
    102.11%
    Manganese:0.94mg
    46.98%
    Phosphorus:442.09mg
    44.21%
    Vitamin B12:2.15µg
    35.8%
    Calcium:307.88mg
    30.79%
    Vitamin B1:0.46mg
    30.73%
    Zinc:4.34mg
    28.91%
    Vitamin A:1295.46IU
    25.91%
    Vitamin B6:0.41mg
    20.6%
    Vitamin B3:4.06mg
    20.32%
    Vitamin B2:0.33mg
    19.4%
    Copper:0.38mg
    19.05%
    Magnesium:74.92mg
    18.73%
    Fiber:4.65g
    18.59%
    Vitamin K:19.13µg
    18.22%
    Potassium:576.07mg
    16.46%
    Vitamin C:12.57mg
    15.24%
    Iron:2.34mg
    13.02%
    Vitamin E:1.77mg
    11.79%
    Vitamin B5:0.9mg
    9.01%
    Folate:33.99µg
    8.5%
    Vitamin D:0.2µg
    1.33%