Description

This Tortellini Pasta Salad is a delightful blend of cheese tortellini, salami, and fresh vegetables, all tossed in a flavorful dressing. Perfect for a quick and satisfying meal, it’s easy to prepare and sure to impress your family and friends.

Ingredients

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1 (20-oz) bag refrigerated cheese tortellini
1 cup italian dressing
1 (8-oz) package sliced hard salami, chopped
1 (8-oz) container mozzarella pearls, drained
1 (6-oz) can sliced black olives, drained
1 red bell pepper, cleaned and chopped
1 (10-oz) container cherry tomatoes, halved
¼ small red onion, thinly sliced
½ cup shredded parmesan cheese
½ cup not packed fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced

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Instructions

Make sure your salad bowl is large enough to comfortably toss the ingredients.
Cook the tortellini according to the package directions. Drain, rinse under cold water, and drain again.
Place the drained tortellini in a large salad bowl and mix with ½ cup of the dressing. Set aside.
Prepare all remaining ingredients and add them to the bowl with the tortellini without mixing yet.
Add the remaining ½ cup of dressing and toss well.
Cover and refrigerate the salad for 30-60 minutes before serving. Toss again before serving, adding extra dressing or olive oil if needed.

Notes

Feel free to customize with additional vegetables or proteins according to your preference.
Make sure to rinse tortellini well to prevent sticking after cooking.
Add a sprinkle of extra parmesan and fresh basil before serving for added flavor.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 320
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 920mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 12g
Cholesterol: 30mg