Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Pizza Salad is a fun, fast, and flavorful twist on everyone’s favorite comfort food—ready in just 10 minutes! It combines classic pizza toppings like pepperoni, mozzarella, and olives with crisp lettuce and a zesty Italian dressing. Low-carb, colorful, and customizable, it’s perfect for quick lunches, potlucks, or a guilt-free pizza fix.

ingredients

Pizza Salad Recipe (Ready in 10 Minutes!) 10 Why You’ll Love This RecipePizza Salad is a fun, fast, and flavorful twist on everyone’s favorite comfort food—ready in just 10 minutes! It combines classic pizza toppings like pepperoni, mozzarella, and olives with crisp lettuce and a zesty Italian dressing. Low-carb, colorful, and customizable, it’s perfect for quick lunches, potlucks, or a guilt-free pizza fix.

(Tip: You’ll find the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.)

romaine or iceberg lettuce (chopped)pepperoni slicesmozzarella cheese (cubed or shredded)cherry tomatoesblack olives (sliced)green bell pepper (chopped)red onion (sliced)banana peppers or pepperonciniItalian dressing (bottled or homemade)dried oregano or Italian seasoningcrushed red pepper flakes (optional)

directions

In a large mixing bowl, add the chopped lettuce as the base.

Top with pepperoni, mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, olives, bell pepper, red onion, and banana peppers.

Drizzle with Italian dressing and toss gently to combine.

Sprinkle with oregano or Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes if desired.

Serve immediately for best crunch and flavor.

Servings and timing

This recipe serves 4.Preparation time: 10 minutesTotal time: 10 minutes

Variations

Use turkey pepperoni or veggie pepperoni for a lighter version.

Swap mozzarella for provolone or fresh bocconcini.

Add croutons or garlic breadsticks on the side.

Include cooked pasta for a pizza pasta salad twist.

Use marinara as part of the dressing base for a saucier option.

storage/reheating

Best served fresh.Store undressed salad in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.Keep dressing separate until ready to serve.Do not freeze.

FAQs

Can I make this salad ahead of time?
Yes, but store the dressing separately and toss just before serving.

Is this salad keto-friendly?
Yes, it’s low in carbs if you skip croutons or pasta.

Can I use other meats?
Yes, try cooked Italian sausage, salami, or grilled chicken.

What dressing works best?
Zesty Italian or balsamic vinaigrette pair well with the pizza flavors.

How do I make it vegetarian?
Skip the pepperoni and load up on more veggies like mushrooms or artichokes.

Can I serve it warm?
Yes, briefly warm the pepperoni or cheese before tossing, but don’t heat the lettuce.

Conclusion

Pizza Salad is the perfect quick and creative way to enjoy pizza flavors without the crust. Packed with bold toppings and zesty dressing, it’s ready in minutes and totally crave-worthy—great for a speedy dinner, lunch, or party side dish.