Tortellini Salad Italiana

Get ready to savor the vibrant, zesty flavors of *Tortellini Salad Italiana*, a colorful and satisfying dish that’s perfect for any occasion. This irresistible Italian-inspired salad combines tender cheese tortellini with crisp, fresh vegetables like cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and red bell pepper, all beautifully accented by the briny richness of black olives and aromatic fresh basil. A tangy homemade vinaigrette featuring extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, and a hint of garlic ties the flavors together, while a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese adds the perfect touch of indulgence. With just 15 minutes of prep and simple cooking steps, this chilled tortellini salad is an ideal make-ahead recipe for picnics, potlucks, or weeknight dinners. Whether served as a refreshing side or a light main dish, *Tortellini Salad Italiana* is a celebration of Mediterranean flavors in every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 16 oz Cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
• 1.5 cups Cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 medium Cucumber, diced
• 1 medium Red bell pepper, diced
• 1 small Red onion, thinly sliced
• 0.5 cup Black olives, sliced
• 0.25 cup Fresh basil leaves, chopped
• 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 0.33 cup Extra virgin olive oil
• 3 tbsp Red wine vinegar
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1 clove Garlic, minced
• 0.5 tsp Dried oregano
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.25 tsp Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the cheese tortellini according to the package instructions until tender but still firm to the bite (typically 4-6 minutes for fresh tortellini or 8-10 minutes for frozen). Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside to cool completely.

Step 2

While the tortellini cools, prepare the vegetables: halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the cucumber and red bell pepper, thinly slice the red onion, and slice the black olives. Chop the fresh basil leaves.

Step 3

In a small bowl, prepare the vinaigrette by whisking together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.

Step 4

In a large salad bowl, combine the cooled tortellini, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, red onion, black olives, and fresh basil.

Step 5

Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.

Step 6

Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the top and give the salad a final toss.

Step 7

Refrigerate the Tortellini Salad Italiana for at least 15-20 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld together.

Step 8

Serve chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy your fresh and zesty Tortellini Salad Italiana!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1349.5 grams (1349.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2210

Total Fat 133.50g	171%
Saturated Fat 34.50g	173%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 156mg	52%
Sodium 4379mg	190%
Total Carbohydrate 197.30g	72%
Dietary Fiber 21.60g	77%
Total Sugars 25.20g
Protein 59.80g	120%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 824mg	63%
Iron 14mg	76%
Potassium 1959mg	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: 53.9%

Protein: 10.7%

Carbs: 35.4%