Description
Pizza Salad is a quick, fun twist on traditional pizza, combining fresh greens, classic pizza toppings, and a zesty Italian dressing. Ready in just 10 minutes, it’s perfect for a speedy lunch or light dinner.
Ingredients
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- 6 cups romaine or mixed greens
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup mini pepperoni slices
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, cubed or shredded
- 1/4 cup sliced black olives
- 1/4 cup green bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/3 cup Italian dressing
- Croutons or garlic bread on the side (optional)
Instructions
- In a large salad bowl, add romaine or mixed greens as the base.
- Top with cherry tomatoes, pepperoni, mozzarella, olives, bell pepper, and red onion.
- Sprinkle dried oregano over the salad for a pizza-like flavor.
- Drizzle with Italian dressing and toss to combine.
- Serve immediately, optionally with croutons or garlic bread on the side.
Notes
- Use turkey pepperoni or skip it for a lighter or vegetarian version.
- Try adding banana peppers or mushrooms for extra pizza flair.
- Best enjoyed fresh—do not add dressing until ready to serve.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 35mg