Turn your favorite pizza into a fresh and colorful salad with this Deluxe Pizza Salad Recipe. Combine crisp lettuce with juicy tomatoes, cucumbers, bell peppers, red onion, mozzarella, and crispy pepperoni for all the classic flavors of a loaded deluxe pizza. Toss everything in a tangy pizza sauce vinaigrette to create a hearty salad that's perfect for barbecues, potlucks, easy lunches, or pizza night with a lighter twist.
Recipe at a glance
- Recipe: Deluxe Pizza Salad
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Servings: 6 servings
- Difficulty: Easy
- Best For: Barbecues, potlucks, pizza nights, meal prep, and easy lunches
- Main Ingredients: Romaine lettuce, crispy pepperoni, mozzarella cheese, tomatoes, mushrooms, bell peppers, red onion, and a pizza sauce vinaigrette
- Make-Ahead Friendly: Yes! Prepare the vegetables and dressing ahead of time, then add the crispy pepperoni and toss everything together just before serving.
- Serve It: Chilled as a main dish salad or flavorful side
- Why You'll Love It: Every bite delivers the classic flavors of a loaded deluxe pizza in a fresh, crunchy salad that's both satisfying and easy to make.
- Perfect For: Anyone craving pizza flavors with a lighter, vegetable-packed twist.
- Pairs Well With: Garlic bread, grilled chicken, burgers, Italian-inspired dishes, or your favorite barbecue menu.
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Ingredients
Find below the list of ingredients I used to make my Deluxe Pizza Salad Recipe.
- Pepperoni Slices
- Romaine Lettuce
- Bell Pepper
- Red Onion
- Mushrooms
- Cherry Tomatoes
- Sliced Black Olives
- Mozzarella Pearls
- Tomato Paste
- White Wine Vinegar
- Olive Oil
- Dijon Mustard
- Italian Seasoning
See recipe card for quantities.
How to make my Deluxe Pizza Salad Recipe
- Crisp the pepperoni: Arrange the pepperoni slices in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 8–10 minutes, or until crispy. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to cool.
- Prepare the salad: Chop the romaine lettuce, dice the green bell pepper, thinly slice the red onion and mushrooms. Add the salad ingredients to a large serving bowl.
- Make the pizza vinaigrette: Whisk together the tomato paste, olive oil, white wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, seasoning, garlic, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined. Adjust thickness of dressing with water if needed.
- Assemble the salad: Pour the pizza vinaigrette on the salad and toss until everything is evenly coated. Add the crispy pepperoni to the salad. Garnish with shaved parmesan, and croutons, if desired.
Storing the Deluxe Pizza Salad
Store the Deluxe Pizza Salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. For the best texture, keep the pizza sauce vinaigrette and crispy pepperoni separate until you're ready to serve, as the dressing will soften the lettuce over time. If the salad has already been dressed, give it a quick toss before serving and top it with freshly crisped pepperoni, if desired, to restore its signature crunch.
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If you loved the classic pizza flavors in this Deluxe Pizza Salad, be sure to try Pepperoni Pizza Muffins for a fun, handheld version that's perfect for lunches, snacks, and parties. Looking for more homemade pizza inspiration? Primavera Pizza, Veggies Pizza with Pineapple, and Prosciutto Arugula Pizza each offer their own delicious combination of fresh toppings and bold flavors, making them perfect for your next pizza night. To round out the meal, serve your pizza-inspired dishes with a batch of Greek Yogurt Waffles for a weekend brunch or family breakfast that everyone will enjoy.
Recipe
Deluxe Pizza Salad Recipe
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 100 g Pepperoni Slices
- 8 cups Green Leaf Lettuce
- 1 large Bell Pepper cored and diced
- ¼ cup Red Onion diced
- 1 cup Mushrooms
- 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes
- ½ cup Sliced Black Olives
- 1 cup Mozzarella Pearls
Pizza Vinaigrette
- 3 tablespoon Tomato Paste
- 3 tablespoon White Wine Vinegar
- ⅓ cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1 tablespoon Liquid Honey
- 2 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
- 1 clove Garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
- ½ teaspoon Salt
- ⅛ teaspoon Ground Pepper
Instructions
- Crisp the pepperoni: Arrange the pepperoni slices in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 8–10 minutes, or until crispy. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to cool.
- Prepare the salad: Chop the romaine lettuce, dice the green bell pepper, thinly slice the red onion and mushrooms. Add the salad ingredients to a large serving bowl.
- Make the pizza vinaigrette: Whisk together the tomato paste, olive oil, white wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, seasoning, garlic, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined. Adjust thickness of dressing with water if needed.
- Assemble the salad: Pour the pizza vinaigrette on the salad and toss until everything is evenly coated. Add the crispy pepperoni to the salad. Garnish with shaved parmesan, and croutons, if desired.
