Tortellini Pasta Salad
Tortellini Pasta Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish that combines tender cheese tortellini with crisp vegetables and a zesty Italian dressing. Perfect as a side dish or a light main course, it’s a delightful blend of textures and flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling, Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
– 1 (9 oz) package cheese tortellini
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
– 1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced
– 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
– 1/2 cup black olives, sliced
– 1/2 cup Italian dressing
– 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
– Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
1. Cook the cheese tortellini according to package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked tortellini, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, red onion, and black olives.
3. Pour the Italian dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat evenly.
4. Season with salt and pepper, and mix in the fresh basil.
5. Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.
Notes
– For extra flavor, add a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese on top before serving.
– You can substitute the Italian dressing with a homemade vinaigrette if desired.
– This salad is best served chilled and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approx. 150g)
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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