Tortellini Pasta Salad
Tortellini Pasta Salad is a delightful dish that combines the creamy goodness of cheese tortellini with an assortment of fresh vegetables and a zesty dressing. Ideal for any occasion, whether it’s a summer barbecue, picnic, or family dinner, this salad is sure to impress with its vibrant colors and flavors. It’s not only quick to prepare in just 25 minutes but also versatile and customizable based on your favorite ingredients. Perfect for meal prep, you can make it ahead of time and enjoy the delicious taste as the flavors meld together in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 20 oz refrigerated cheese tortellini
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, peeled and chopped
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup pitted kalamata olives, chopped
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella balls
- 1/2 cup chopped turkey slices
- 2 cups baby spinach or arugula
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp honey
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook tortellini according to package instructions until al dente; drain and rinse with cold water.
- In a jar, combine olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper; shake until emulsified.
- Toss half of the dressing with warm tortellini; let cool for 10 minutes.
- Add cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, mozzarella balls, turkey slices, spinach (or arugula), and remaining dressing; toss gently.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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