Ingredients

Salad:

• 2 Roma tomatoes, chopped
• 1/2 medium red onion, chopped
• 8 fresh sliced mushrooms
• 1 small green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 bag mini pepperoni or regular pepperoni, chopped
• 12 oz. mozzarella cheese, cubed
• 1 tbsp fresh basil, thinly sliced or 1 tsp. dried basil
• 1/2 lb. pasta, such as shells, farfalle, cooked

For Dressing:

• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp pepper
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 heaping tbsp tomato paste
• 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
• 1/3 cup olive oil
• salt and pepper to taste