Tortellini Pasta Salad
Tortellini Pasta Salad is a hearty, colorful, and flavorful dish made with cheese-filled tortellini, fresh vegetables, herbs, and a zesty dressing. It’s perfect as a side for gatherings or as a light main course.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 6–8 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boil & Toss
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 20 oz cheese-filled tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 cup black olives, sliced
- 1 cup mozzarella balls or cubes
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1/4 cup fresh basil or parsley, chopped
- 3/4 cup Italian dressing (store-bought or homemade)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook tortellini according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
- In a large bowl, combine tortellini, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, bell pepper, olives, and mozzarella.
- Pour Italian dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat.
- Season with salt, pepper, and Parmesan cheese.
- Garnish with fresh basil or parsley before serving.
Notes
For a meatier version, add diced salami, pepperoni, or grilled chicken.Swap mozzarella with feta and add artichokes and sun-dried tomatoes for a Mediterranean twist.Use ranch or mayo-based dressing for a creamy variation.Add extra vegetables like zucchini, broccoli, or spinach for more nutrition.Store in the refrigerator up to 3 days; do not freeze.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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