Description
This Tortellini Pasta Salad Recipe is a delightful and refreshing dish perfect for summer gatherings or as a light meal. Cheese-filled tortellini combined with fresh vegetables, mozzarella, and a flavorful dressing create a colorful and tasty salad that’s sure to please.
Ingredients
Scale
Tortellini Pasta Salad Ingredients:
- 1 pound cheese tortellini (fresh or refrigerated)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 cup cucumber (diced)
- 1/2 cup red onion (thinly sliced)
- 1/2 cup black olives (sliced)
- 1/2 cup mozzarella pearls or cubed mozzarella
- 1/4 cup fresh basil (chopped)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/3 cup Italian dressing (store-bought or homemade)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Tortellini: Prepare the tortellini according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, mix the cooked tortellini, tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, mozzarella, and basil.
- Add Dressing: Drizzle with Italian dressing and gently toss to coat evenly. Season with salt and pepper.
- Final Touches: Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, toss again, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to meld flavors.
- Serve: Enjoy chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- You can add grilled chicken or salami for extra protein.
- Use tri-color tortellini for added visual appeal.
- Swap Italian dressing for balsamic vinaigrette if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 510mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
