Tri-Colored Cheese Tortellini Salad
A vibrant and flavorful salad combining tri-colored cheese tortellini with fresh vegetables and a homemade vinaigrette.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling and Tossing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 package tri-colored cheese tortellini
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 cucumber, sliced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 clove minced garlic
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp toasted pine nuts
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini according to package instructions, then drain and let cool.
- Combine the cooked tortellini, cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, bell peppers, and Kalamata olives in a large bowl.
- Whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, and torn basil leaves to make the vinaigrette in a separate small bowl.
- Dress the salad by pouring the vinaigrette over and tossing to coat thoroughly.
- Garnish with Parmesan cheese and toasted pine nuts before serving.
- Serve chilled for the best flavor and freshness.
Notes
For a heartier meal, add grilled chicken or cannellini beans. Use frozen tortellini if needed, and adjust dressing to taste before adding.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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