Delicious Cavatappi Pizza Pasta Salad Recipe – Perfect for Any Occasion!
The flavors of Italy with this Cavatappi Pizza Pasta Salad! A perfect blend of cavatappi pasta, juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and zesty turkey pepperoni, all tossed in a vibrant olive oil and red wine vinegar dressing. Whether served chilled or at room temperature, this dish is sure to be a hit at your next gathering or a delightful addition to any meal.
Cavatappi Pizza Pasta Salad
4
servings15
minutes10
minutes350
kcal5
minutes30
minutesDive into the flavors of Italy with this Cavatappi Pizza Pasta Salad! A perfect blend of cavatappi pasta, juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and zesty turkey pepperoni, all tossed in a vibrant olive oil and red wine vinegar dressing. Whether served chilled or at room temperature, this dish is sure to be a hit at your next gathering or a delightful addition to any meal.
Ingredients
- Pasta Base
12 oz cavatappi pasta
- Protein and Cheese
2 oz turkey pepperoni sliced into thin strips
1 cup mozzarella cheese balls
- Dressing
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- Vegetables and Extras
1 pint cherry tomatoes halved
Fresh basil leaves for garnish
- Bread
1 loaf crusty Italian bread
- Alternative Ingredients
Whole wheat cavatappi for a healthier option (replaces regular cavatappi)
Chicken slices instead of turkey pepperoni for a different protein choice
Balsamic vinegar can substitute for red wine vinegar for a sweeter dressing flavor
Directions
- Pasta Cooking – Boil the cavatappi pasta in salted water until al dente, about 8 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
- Mixing Ingredients – In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta with cherry tomatoes, mozzarella cheese balls, and turkey pepperoni.
- Preparing Dressing – In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and black pepper until emulsified.
- Combining and Serving – Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss to coat evenly. Garnish with fresh basil leaves. Serve chilled or at room temperature alongside slices of crusty bread.
Equipment
- chef’s knife
- cutting board
- Mixing bowls
- colander
- measuring cups and spoons
Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 350kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
- Sodium: 450mg
- Potassium: 300mg
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Vitamin A: 10IU
- Vitamin C: 15mg
- Calcium: 15mg
- Iron: 10mg
