Greek Tortellini Salad
Greek Tortellini Salad combines cheese tortellini with a mix of fresh grape tomatoes, cucumber, kalamata olives, red onion, and crumbled feta cheese. The salad is tossed in a simple dressing made from olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper, yielding a tangy and savory flavor that complements the creamy tortellini. Its texture ranges from tender pasta to crisp vegetables, making it a refreshing option for a cold lunch or side dish. This salad can be served immediately or chilled for up to three days, enhancing the flavors as it rests.
Ingredients
For the Salad:
- 1 cheese tortellini refrigerated, 20 ounce package
- 1 1/2 cups grape tomatoes cut in half
- 1 cucumber chopped, large
- 1 cup kalamata olives pit removed and chopped
- 1/2 red onion chopped
- 3/4 cup feta cheese crumbled
For the Dressing:
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano dried
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the tortellini according to the package directions. Drain the tortellini and rinse with cold water.
- Place the tortellini in a large bowl. Add the tomatoes, cucumber, olives, red onion, and feta cheese.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Pour the dressing over the salad and stir until salad is well coated. Serve immediately or place in the refrigerator.
- Note-this salad will keep in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Information
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 137
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 137kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 12mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 423mg | 18% |
| Potassium | 147mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 400IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 5.5mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 90mg | 9% |
| Iron | 0.5mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.