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Description
A fresh and flavorful salad that captures the essence of pizza without the crust. This deconstructed pizza salad is a lighter alternative, perfect for a quick lunch or a side dish.
Ingredients
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- 6 cups mixed greens (romaine, spinach, or spring mix)
- 1/2 cup mini pepperoni slices
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup black olives, sliced
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup bell pepper, diced
- 4 oz fresh mozzarella balls, halved or quartered
- 1/4 cup croutons (optional)
- Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
- For the Zesty Italian Dressing:
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing: In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and optional Parmesan cheese until well combined. Set aside.
- Assemble the salad: In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, mini pepperoni slices, cherry tomatoes, sliced black olives, thinly sliced red onion, diced bell pepper, and fresh mozzarella balls.
- Dress and serve: Drizzle the prepared Zesty Italian Dressing over the salad ingredients. Toss gently to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated. If using, add croutons just before serving to maintain their crunch. Garnish with fresh basil leaves. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For a lighter option, use turkey pepperoni.
- Add croutons just before serving to keep them crunchy.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 0 min
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg