Broccoli Tortellini Salad

Brighten up your mealtime with this vibrant and delicious Broccoli Tortellini Salad—a crowd-pleasing dish that’s perfect for potlucks, picnics, or an easy weeknight dinner. Featuring tender cheese tortellini, crisp steamed broccoli florets, juicy cherry tomatoes, red onion, and creamy cubes of cheddar cheese, this salad strikes the perfect balance between hearty and fresh. Tossed in a tangy homemade dressing made with mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, apple cider vinegar, and a hint of honey, every bite is packed with flavor. Crunchy sunflower seeds add a delightful texture, while optional crumbled bacon elevates the dish to a savory delight. Ready in just 25 minutes, this chilled salad is as quick to prepare as it is satisfying. Serve it as a standalone meal or a side dish for any occasion!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 16 ounces Cheese tortellini
• 4 cups Broccoli florets
• 0.5 medium Red onion
• 2 cups Cherry tomatoes
• 1 cup Cheddar cheese (cubed)
• 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
• 0.25 cup Greek yogurt
• 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 cup Sunflower seeds
• 0.5 cup Cooked and crumbled bacon (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over medium-high heat. Add the cheese tortellini and cook according to the package instructions, typically around 7-9 minutes. Once cooked, drain and rinse with cold water to cool the tortellini quickly. Set aside.

Step 2

While the tortellini is cooking, steam the broccoli florets. Bring about an inch of water to a simmer in a pot, place the broccoli in a steamer basket over the pot, cover, and steam for about 4-5 minutes until the broccoli is bright green and slightly tender. Remove from heat and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process.

Step 3

Thinly slice the red onion and halve the cherry tomatoes. Add these to a large mixing bowl along with the cooked tortellini, steamed broccoli, and cubed cheddar cheese.

Step 4

In a small bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper until smooth. Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning if needed.

Step 5

Pour the dressing over the tortellini and vegetables in the large mixing bowl. Toss gently to coat everything evenly in the dressing.

Step 6

Sprinkle the sunflower seeds (and cooked bacon if using) over the salad. Toss again to combine.

Step 7

Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. Serve chilled, garnished with additional sunflower seeds or bacon if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1809.3 grams (1809.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3997

Total Fat 258.90g	332%
Saturated Fat 91.30g	456%
Polyunsaturated Fat 13.50g
Cholesterol 640mg	213%
Sodium 6231mg	271%
Total Carbohydrate 260.10g	95%
Dietary Fiber 24.40g	87%
Total Sugars 38.90g
Protein 177.90g	356%

Vitamin D 51IU	257%
Calcium 2518mg	194%
Iron 12mg	64%
Potassium 1956mg	42%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.1%

Protein: 17.4%

Carbs: 25.5%