Description
Tortellini Pasta Salad is a colorful, refreshing dish that combines tender cheese tortellini with crisp vegetables and a tangy dressing. Perfect for potlucks, picnics, or cozy dinners, this salad bursts with flavor and nostalgia. With its vibrant presentation and delightful taste, it’s sure to become a favorite at any gathering. Prepare to impress your guests with this easy-to-make dish that captures the essence of sunny days spent with loved ones.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz cheese tortellini
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors), diced
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini in boiling salted water for 3-5 minutes until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- While cooling the tortellini, chop the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and bell peppers.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil and balsamic vinegar; season with salt and pepper.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled tortellini with chopped veggies. Pour the dressing over and mix gently until well coated.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: Customize your salad by adding grilled chicken or seasonal vegetables like spinach or olives. Enhance flavor by adding Italian herbs or switching the dressing to pesto or a spicy vinaigrette.