Pizza Salad
Indulge in the delightful fusion of Pizza Salad, where the freshness of crisp vegetables meets the savory goodness of your favorite pizza toppings. This vibrant dish bursts with flavors from juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and creamy mozzarella, all tossed together with zesty Italian dressing. Perfect for picnics or cozy nights in, this versatile salad is not just visually stunning but also incredibly satisfying—ideal for any occasion!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 21 minute
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium English cucumber, sliced
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors), chopped
- 1/2 medium red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup mini pepperoni slices
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini)
- 1/4 cup Italian dressing
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
Instructions
- Rinse and dry all vegetables thoroughly.
- Halve cherry tomatoes and slice cucumbers into thin rounds. Chop bell peppers into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, bell peppers, and red onion; toss gently.
- Add pepperoni slices and mozzarella balls to the bowl; mix well.
- Drizzle Italian dressing over the salad and toss to coat evenly. Let sit for 10 minutes to meld flavors.
- Just before serving, sprinkle with chopped basil and mix gently.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Customize your Pizza Salad by using your favorite pizza toppings such as salami or feta cheese. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.