Description
A quick and budget-friendly tortellini salad featuring cheese tortellini, juicy tomatoes, and creamy mozzarella, dressed with a bright Italian dressing.
Ingredients
- 12 oz cheese tortellini
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup mozzarella balls, diced
- 1/2 cup sliced black olives
- 1/4 cup red onion, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1/2 cup Italian dressing
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini in a pot of salted boiling water according to package directions until just tender.
- Drain the tortellini well and rinse briefly under cool water.
- Add cooled tortellini, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls, olives, red onion, and basil to a large bowl.
- Pour Italian dressing over the top and toss gently until evenly coated.
- Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
Notes
Make-ahead and perfect for potlucks. Add protein like grilled chicken or chickpeas for a heartier meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: Italian