Description
This Italian Tortellini Pasta Salad is a flavor-packed side dish perfect for any occasion! Tender cheese tortellini is tossed with a zesty homemade dressing, fresh veggies, mozzarella, and salami, making it an irresistible crowd-pleaser. Ideal for potlucks, BBQs, or meal prep!
Ingredients
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- 17–20 ounces cheese tortellini (1 large package)
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 1/2 cup red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 16 ounces grape tomatoes, halved (2 pints)
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella pearls (1 package)
- 1 cup chopped salami or summer sausage
- 1 yellow bell pepper, chopped
- 1/2 cup sliced pepperoncini peppers
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini according to the package directions. Drain and let it cool in the refrigerator.
- Prepare the dressing: In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Add the grape tomatoes, mozzarella, salami, bell pepper, pepperoncini, red onion, parsley, and basil to the bowl. Toss well to coat with the dressing.
- Once the tortellini is cool, add it to the salad and toss again until evenly mixed.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for at least 30 minutes for best flavor.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, omit the salami or substitute with chickpeas.
- Can be made a day ahead—just give it a toss before serving!
- Swap red wine vinegar for balsamic for a slightly sweeter dressing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 25mg