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Tortellini Pasta Salad

Tortellini Pasta Salad

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 380
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 20 oz cheese tortellini
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese cubes
  • 1/3 cup sliced black olives
  • 1/4 red onion thinly sliced
  • 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes sliced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
  • For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the cheese tortellini according to package instructions until tender.
  2. Drain the tortellini and rinse gently under cold water until completely cooled to stop the cooking process.
  3. Transfer the cooled tortellini to a large mixing bowl.
  4. Add the fresh spinach, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella cubes, black olives, red onion, and sun-dried tomatoes to the bowl.
  5. In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, Italian seasoning, garlic, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
  6. Pour the dressing over the tortellini mixture and toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
  7. Sprinkle fresh parsley over the salad and mix lightly once more.
  8. Cover and refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving so the flavors can blend together.
  9. Toss again before serving and add extra dressing or fresh herbs if desired.

Notes

  • Cook tortellini just until tender to avoid tearing or becoming too soft.
  • Rinse the tortellini gently under cold water to cool it without damaging the pasta.
  • Use fresh mozzarella cubes for the best creamy texture.
  • Sun-dried tomatoes add a deep savory flavor that balances the fresh vegetables.
  • Chill the salad before serving for the best flavor.
  • Add spinach right before serving if you prefer a firmer texture.
  • Taste the dressing before mixing and adjust seasoning if needed.