Description
This Italian Tortellini Pasta Salad is fresh, colorful, and packed with bold Mediterranean flavors. Cheese tortellini, crisp veggies, and a zesty Italian dressing make it the perfect make-ahead side or light meal.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 (20 oz) package cheese tortellini
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup black olives, sliced
- 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup mozzarella balls (or cubed mozzarella)
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup salami, chopped (optional)
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup Italian dressing
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
Instructions
- Cook tortellini: Boil according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
- Prep veggies: Chop tomatoes, cucumber, onion, and olives.
- Combine: In a large bowl, mix tortellini, vegetables, mozzarella, and salami (if using).
- Dress: Add Italian dressing, olive oil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Toss well.
- Finish: Sprinkle Parmesan cheese and fresh basil on top.
- Chill: Refrigerate for at least 20–30 minutes before serving.
Notes
For best flavor, let it chill longer before serving. You can add grilled chicken for extra protein or swap veggies based on preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: tortellini pasta salad, italian pasta salad, easy pasta salad, summer salad recipe
