PIZZA SALAD WITH TOMATO VINAIGRETTE

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Many of the ingredients in a deluxe pizza go into this no-hassle salad. Feel free to substitute pepperoni for the Canadian bacon. The dressing is great on other salads, too.-Wendy Nickel, Kiester, MN

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 10-1/2 cups salad plus 3/4 cup leftover dressing.

Number Of Ingredients 18

VINAIGRETTE:
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
SALAD:
1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach
1/2 pound Canadian bacon, cut into thin strips
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
2 medium tomatoes, cut into wedges and seeded
1 medium green pepper, finely chopped
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
3 fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon minced chives

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk the vinaigrette ingredients. Chill until serving., In a large salad bowl, combine the spinach, bacon, cheeses, tomatoes, pepper, olives, basil and chives. Just before serving, whisk dressing and drizzle 1 cup over salad; toss to coat. Save remaining dressing for another use.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 119 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 392mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

Misty Cagle
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. It's the perfect summer salad.


Princess Sarah
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I love the crunch of the croutons in this salad. They add a nice textural contrast to the soft greens and cheese.


RIPON YT
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


Rashid khan smi
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Eti islam Eti
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This salad is so easy to make. It's perfect for a quick and healthy lunch or dinner.


Md Azom
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I love the combination of flavors in this salad. The sweet tomatoes, salty cheese, and tangy dressing are perfect together.


Tanveer Gee
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover pizza crust. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


sophie Lloyd guitar
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This salad is a great make-ahead lunch. Just assemble the salad and dressing in the morning and you're good to go.


Irena
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I love how customizable this salad is. You can add or remove toppings to suit your own taste.


Saima Majeed
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover pizza toppings. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Neiva Sports
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I've never thought of putting pizza toppings on a salad before, but it works so well! This salad is a fun and delicious way to change up your salad routine.


dave colson
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. It's the perfect summer salad.


Stanley Goldman
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I love the crunch of the croutons in this salad. They add a nice textural contrast to the soft greens and cheese.


Joe B.
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


Afnan Daoud
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Onyebuchi Eze
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover pizza crust. It's also a fun and creative way to serve salad to kids.


Arikora Muhammedhadi
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The dressing is so flavorful and versatile. I've used it on other salads and even as a marinade for chicken.


SAMEER NAEEM
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I love how easy this salad is to make. It's perfect for a quick and healthy lunch or dinner.


Qamar Mughal
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This pizza salad was a delightful surprise! The combination of fresh, crisp salad greens, juicy tomatoes, and flavorful mozzarella cheese was perfect. The tomato vinaigrette dressing added a tangy and refreshing touch that brought all the ingredients