Pizza Pasta Salad

Pizza Pasta Salad is simple, fresh and loaded with all of your favorite pizza toppings. It's perfect for parties, get-togethers, or an easy dinner side!

Course Salad, Side Dish

Cuisine Italian

Keyword italian pasta salad, pizza pasta salad

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 10

Total Time 25

Servings servings

Calories 367

Author Gayle

Ingredients

16 ounces uncooked rotini or cavatappi pasta (or any kind that you prefer)
2 cups cherry tomatoes halved
1 package (8 ounce) mozzarella pearls (or block mozzarella, diced)
1 cup pepperoni halved
½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1 can (2.25 ounce) sliced black olives
½ red onion sliced
Salt and pepper if desired
1-1½ cups prepared Italian dressing
Fresh basil for garnish if desired

Instructions

Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water. Add pasta to a large bowl.
Add rest of ingredients, plus salt and pepper (if using). Add dressing and gently toss to coat.
Garnish with fresh basil (if desired) and serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for up to two days before serving.

Notes

Pasta salad will keep refrigerated for up to three days.
See my tips and tricks for making this Pizza Pasta Salad above the recipe box.

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