Pepperoni Pizza Pasta Salad (Printable Version)
# What You'll Need:
→ Pasta Base
01 -
400 g short pasta (such as rotini or penne), cooked al dente
→ Pizza Flavours
02 -
120 g sliced pepperoni, quartered
03 -
200 g mozzarella cheese, cubed
04 -
120 ml Italian salad dressing
→ Vegetable Add-Ins
05 -
50 g black olives, sliced
06 -
1 small red onion, finely diced
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1 small green bell pepper, diced
08 -
1 small yellow bell pepper, diced
# Step-by-Step Directions:
01 -
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook until al dente according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water to halt the cooking process.
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While the pasta cools, chop the pepperoni and mozzarella into bite-sized pieces. Dice the onion and bell peppers, and slice the olives.
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In a large mixing bowl, add the cooked pasta, pepperoni, mozzarella, olives, onion, and bell peppers. Pour the Italian dressing over and toss gently until all ingredients are evenly coated.
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Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Stir well before serving.
# Helpful Notes:
01 -
For best texture and flavor, serve cold or at room temperature. Can be made up to 3 days ahead; store covered in the refrigerator.