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Pizza Night Salad

Fresh and Flavorful Pizza Night Salad for Guilt-Free Indulgence

This Pizza Night Salad combines your favorite pizza flavors in a fresh, guilt-free dish, perfect for cozy nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 medium pizza crust or flatbread Choose naan, pita, or cauliflower crust for a healthier option.
For the Cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese Substitute with provolone or dairy-free options for a lighter take.
For the Greens
  • 2 cups romaine and radicchio Can use spinach or arugula for different flavors.
For the Veggies
  • 1 cup artichoke hearts Can substitute with roasted red or bell peppers.
For the Crunch
  • 1/2 cup bacon bits Swap for turkey bacon or cooked chickpeas for a vegetarian option.
For Creaminess
  • 1/3 cup feta or goat cheese Ricotta or cream cheese can be used as tasty alternatives.
For Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar Drizzle generously to enhance flavors.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Place the pizza crust or flatbread onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and sprinkle mozzarella cheese over it.
  3. Bake for 8-10 minutes until the crust is lightly golden and the cheese is bubbly.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, add chopped romaine, radicchio, sliced cherry tomatoes, artichoke hearts, and bacon bits.
  5. Once the crust has cooled slightly, layer the salad mixture evenly over the warm crust.
  6. Crumble feta or goat cheese over the salad and drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
  7. Garnish with shaved parmesan and freshly chopped parsley, slice into wedges, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Layer warm cheese on the bottom and cool vegetables on top for the best texture. Store salad ingredients separately for freshness.

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