Tortellini Pasta Salad
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5.0
18 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Chill Time
2 hrs
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
10 people
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Calories
551 kcal
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Course
Side Dish, Main Course
Tortellini Pasta Salad
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This Tortellini Pasta Salad has cheese-filled tortellini with homemade balsamic dressing and Italian favorites like salami, mozzarella, spinach, bell peppers, olives, and more!
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Ingredients
Salad
- 20 oz. tortellini frozen or refrigerated. See notes.
- 8 oz. Mozzarella pearls about 1 ½ cups
- 7 oz. sundried tomatoes drained, chopped, & patted dry.
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 2 cups Diced bell pepper I use red and green
- 1 cup chopped salami can sub pepperoni
- ½ cup finely diced red onion
- ¾ cup kalamata olives
- ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese grated
Balsamic Dressing- or up to 1 ¼ cups bottled dressing of choice
- ¾ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 3 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Combine the dressing ingredients in a mini food processor or in a jar with a lid. Blend/shake well to combine and emulsify. Cover and refrigerate.
- Boil tortellini according to package instructions, do not overcook. Drain and transfer to a large bowl.
- Add ½ cup dressing to the warm tortellini and use a silicone spatula to gently toss to combine. Let cool for 10 minutes, then add the remaining salad ingredients along with up to ½ cup more dressing. Gently toss to combine.
- Refrigerate for 2-3 hours. If desired, drizzle with remaining dressing prior to serving. (See notes if making 1 day ahead.)
Notes
- Pro Tips
- Make Ahead Method
- Storage
- The nutritional information provided is an estimate and is per serving. There are 10 servings in this recipe.
- Be sure to use a timer when you boil your pasta to ensure that you don’t overcook it. I like to cook it for 30 seconds less than al dente, as it cools gradually, during which time it finishes cooking.
- Tortellini: I use Rana refrigerated Tortellini with this recipe. There are several varieties which pair well here, including cheese-filled, spinach and cheese, and chicken mozzarella.
- Dressing: My homemade balsamic dressing is just perfect in this salad, the flavors blend really well. Italian dressing can be used instead if preferred, or a store-bought version of your choice.
- There is 1 + 1/4 cups dressing in this recipe, which seems like a lot, but the tortellini absorbs a surprising amount, especially as it continues to sit. Add it in increments until desired consistency is obtained.
- Veggies: I place the diced veggies on paper towels to remove excess moisture. (To avoid a watery salad.)
- Tomatoes: Sun dried tomatoes are used to complement the Tuscan theme in this recipe, but sliced cherry tomatoes may also be used.
- Pepperoni makes a great addition to this salad as well!
- Be sure to try my Greek Pasta Salad, Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad, and my other Pasta Salad Recipes!
- 📘 Find this recipe on page 67 of my 2nd cookbook, Let’s Eat!
- Cook the tortellini and toss with 1/2 cup dressing.
- Let cool for 10 minutes, then combine with remaining ingredients. Toss with 1/4 cup more dressing. Refrigerate in an airtight container up to 1 day ahead of time.
- When ready to serve, toss with remaining dressing.
- Note: If your remaining dressing solidifies during storage: Let it sit at room temperature until it liquifies, then shake to combine and serve.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
551kcal
(28%)
Carbohydrates
47g
(16%)
Protein
21g
(42%)
Fat
33g
(51%)
Saturated Fat
9g
(45%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
3g
Monounsaturated Fat
17g
Cholesterol
51mg
(17%)
Sodium
1066mg
(44%)
Potassium
877mg
(25%)
Fiber
6g
(24%)
Sugar
17g
(34%)
Vitamin A
1885IU
(38%)
Vitamin C
48mg
(53%)
Calcium
260mg
(26%)
Iron
4mg
(22%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 10people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 551 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 551kcal | 28% |
| Carbohydrates | 47g | 16% |
| Protein | 21g | 42% |
| Fat | 33g | 51% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 17g | 85% |
| Cholesterol | 51mg | 17% |
| Sodium | 1066mg | 44% |
| Potassium | 877mg | 19% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Sugar | 17g | 34% |
| Vitamin A | 1885IU | 38% |
| Vitamin C | 48mg | 53% |
| Calcium | 260mg | 26% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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