Caprese Tortellini Pasta Salad
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Caprese Tortellini Pasta Salad
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This Caprese tortellini pasta salad recipe is easy, fresh, and bursting with summer flavors! Mozzarella balls, balsamic glaze, basil, and plenty of tomatoes make this dish a winner.
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Ingredients
- 1 (20 ounce) package refrigerated cheese tortellini
- 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
- salt & pepper to taste
- 1 dry pint little tomatoes (grape, cherry, etc.) halved
- 12 ounces mozzarella balls halved
- 2 tablespoons chopped red onion optional
- Generous handful fresh basil sliced/torn thin
- balsamic glaze to taste
Instructions
- Boil a large, salted pot of water for the tortellini. Cook according to package directions.
- While the pasta cooks, prep your other ingredients.
- Once the tortellini is done, rinse it under cold water, drain it for a few minutes, then add it to a large bowl along with 1 tablespoon of the olive oil and some salt & pepper (I am generous with both). Toss.
- Add the tomatoes, mozzarella, onion (if using), and basil to the salad bowl.
- Add the remaining olive oil and balsamic glaze to the salad and toss. I don't list a quantity for the balsamic glaze because it really depends on your personal preferences. Taste and adjust as needed.
- You can chill the salad for 30 minutes prior to serving or dig in right away.
Notes
- I prefer buying the mozzarella balls that are packed in oil & herbs because they have more flavor.
- If you're making this salad ahead, I suggest adding the basil, balsamic drizzle, and second tablespoon of olive oil just prior to serving.
- Serves 6-8 as a side dish or 4 as a main course.
Nutritional information is provided as a courtesy only and should be construed as an estimate rather than a guarantee. Ingredients can vary and Salt & Lavender makes no guarantees to the accuracy of this information. With this recipe especially, the amounts of ingredients like balsamic glaze will vary.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
487kcal
(24%)
Carbohydrates
44g
(15%)
Protein
24g
(48%)
Fat
25g
(38%)
Saturated Fat
7g
(35%)
Cholesterol
56mg
(19%)
Sodium
451mg
(19%)
Potassium
7mg
(0%)
Fiber
4g
(16%)
Sugar
4g
(8%)
Vitamin A
37IU
(1%)
Vitamin C
1mg
(1%)
Calcium
338mg
(34%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 487 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 487kcal | 24% |
| Carbohydrates | 44g | 15% |
| Protein | 24g | 48% |
| Fat | 25g | 38% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 56mg | 19% |
| Sodium | 451mg | 19% |
| Potassium | 7mg | 0% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 37IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 338mg | 34% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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