Description
This Zesty Italian Tortellini & Veggie Pasta Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish packed with cheesy tortellini, crunchy fresh vegetables, and a tangy Italian dressing. Perfect for picnics, potlucks, or as a light lunch, it’s bursting with flavor and easy to make ahead.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 package (9 oz) cheese tortellini
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 cup black olives, sliced
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1/2 cup Italian dressing
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook tortellini: Prepare tortellini according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water to cool.
- Mix salad: In a large bowl, combine cooked tortellini, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, olives, red onion, mozzarella, and basil.
- Toss with dressing: Pour Italian dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat everything evenly.
- Season and chill: Season with salt and pepper to taste. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
- Add grilled chicken or pepperoni slices for extra protein.
- Use your favorite Italian dressing or make your own for a personalized touch.
- This salad tastes even better the next day as flavors develop.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling and Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: italian tortellini pasta salad, veggie pasta salad, zesty pasta salad