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Fresh Grinder Tortellini Salad

A refreshing salad featuring tortellini, fresh vegetables, and a zesty dressing, perfect for a light meal or side dish.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Salad
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Tortellini
  • 12 oz fresh cheese tortellini or frozen, cooked according to package instructions
Vegetables
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup cucumber diced
  • 1 cup bell pepper diced
  • 1/2 cup red onion finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil chopped
Dressing
  • 1/4 cup olive oil extra virgin
  • 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1/2 tsp salt to taste
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper to taste

Method
 

Cook the Tortellini
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the tortellini and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
  2. Drain the tortellini in a colander and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
Prepare the Vegetables
  1. While the tortellini is cooking, prepare the vegetables. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, and fresh basil.
Make the Dressing
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Combine and Serve
  1. Add the cooked tortellini to the bowl with the vegetables. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
  2. Transfer the salad to a serving dish and serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 12gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gFiber: 4gSugar: 3g

Notes

This salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Add additional vegetables or proteins like grilled chicken or chickpeas for variation.

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