Wednesday, July 26, 2017

Pizza Pasta Salad

Ingredients 

Pizza Pasta Salad Ingredients
  • 1 pound uncooked pasta (farfalle)
  • 8 ounces mozzarella, diced
  • 1 cup diced roma tomatoes 
  • 4-6 cups chopped pizza toppings (pepperoni, sliced red onion) 
  • 1 batch Garlic- Oregano Vinaigrette 
  • Optional: freshly-grated Parmesan cheese, crushed red pepper flakes
Garlic-Oregano Vinaigrette Ingredients-- to make the vinaigrette, whisk all ingredients together until combined
  • 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup white wine vinegar
  • 3 garlic cloves, peeled and pressed (or minced)
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano 
  • 1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly-cracked black pepper

Cook the pasta in a large stockpot of generously salted water al dente according to package directions. Drain pasta and rinse under cold water for about 20-30 seconds until no longer hot. Drain completely.

In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta, mozzarella, tomatoes, and pizza toppings. Drizzle the vinaigrette on top, then toss to combine. Garnish with your desired toppings. 

Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate for up to 3 days. 

Enjoy!