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Easy Pesto Tortellini Pasta Salad Recipe

Easy Pesto Tortellini Pasta Salad Recipe


  • Author: Mariam
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Easy Pesto Tortellini Pasta Salad is a delightful dish that combines cheese tortellini with a vibrant pesto dressing, cherry tomatoes, marinated mozzarella balls, and red onion for a flavorful and satisfying meal or side dish.


Ingredients

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Cheese Tortellini:

  • 1 (20-ounce) bag cheese tortellini

Pesto:

  • 1 cup pesto (store-bought or homemade)

Cherry Tomatoes:

  • 1 ½ cups cherry tomatoes, halved

Marinated Mozzarella Balls:

  • 1 (12-ounce) container marinated mozzarella balls, drained

Red Onion:

  • ¼ cup red onion, finely diced

Instructions

  1. Cook the Tortellini

    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the cheese tortellini and cook for 1 ½ minutes. Be careful not to overcook to maintain the perfect texture.

  2. Cool the Tortellini

    Drain the tortellini and rinse under cold water until completely cooled. This stops the cooking process and keeps the pasta firm.

  3. Combine the Ingredients

    Transfer the cooled tortellini to a large serving bowl. Add the pesto, halved cherry tomatoes, drained mozzarella balls, and diced red onion.

  4. Toss and Serve

    Toss the salad gently but thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly coated with the pesto.

  5. Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing, Tossing
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 380
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 580mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 34g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: Pesto Tortellini Pasta Salad, Tortellini Salad, Pesto Pasta Salad