Description

Pizza Salad is a low-carb, healthy twist on the classic pizza, featuring all your favorite pizza toppings like pepperoni, mozzarella, olives, and more, served over fresh greens with a zesty dressing.

Ingredients

4 cups romaine or iceberg lettuce, chopped

1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

1/2 cup sliced pepperoni or turkey pepperoni

1 cup mozzarella cheese (cubed or mini balls)

1/3 cup black olives, sliced

1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced

1/2 cup green bell pepper, chopped (optional)

1/2 cup croutons or toasted pizza crust pieces (optional)

1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

1/4 teaspoon dried oregano or Italian seasoning

Salt and pepper to taste

For the dressing:

1/3 cup Italian dressing or balsamic vinaigrette

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Instructions

Wash and chop the lettuce, then place it in a large salad bowl.
Add the cherry tomatoes, pepperoni, mozzarella, olives, red onion, and green bell pepper (if using).
Sprinkle the salad with grated parmesan cheese and dried oregano or Italian seasoning. Add croutons or toasted pizza crust pieces if you’d like a crunchy texture.
Drizzle with Italian dressing or balsamic vinaigrette, then toss everything together until well combined.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve immediately or chill for up to 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.

Notes

For a vegetarian version, omit the pepperoni and add roasted veggies like zucchini or eggplant for a pizza-inspired veggie salad.

For a keto version, skip the croutons and use a sugar-free dressing, adding toppings like grilled chicken or avocado.

Try different cheeses like feta, goat cheese, or cheddar for a different flavor profile.

For extra protein, add grilled chicken, turkey slices, or chickpeas.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 320
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 650mg
Fat: 25g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: undefined
Trans Fat: undefined
Carbohydrates: 10g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 14g
Cholesterol: 25mg