Delicious Layered Spinach Tortellini Salad

This layered spinach tortellini salad is a refreshing and satisfying dish perfect for any occasion. It is made with fresh spinach, cheese tortellini, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and a homemade creamy dressing. The layers of colorful ingredients make it visually appealing, and the combination of flavors will impress your guests. With a short preparation time of only 30 minutes, this salad is a quick and easy option for a healthy lunch or dinner. Enjoy the freshness of this salad and indulge in the delightful taste of each layer.

Ingredients

• 8 ounces cheese tortellini
• 6 cups fresh spinach
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup sliced black olives
• 1/4 cup sliced pepperoncini
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Directions

1. Cook the cheese tortellini according to package instructions. Once cooked, drain and set aside to cool.
2. In a large glass bowl or trifle dish, layer half of the fresh spinach at the bottom.
3. Top the spinach with half of the cooked tortellini, cherry tomatoes, red onion, Parmesan cheese, black olives, and pepperoncini.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, white wine vinegar, honey, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
5. Pour half of the dressing over the layered ingredients.
6. Repeat the layers with the remaining spinach, tortellini, cherry tomatoes, red onion, Parmesan cheese, black olives, and pepperoncini.
7. Drizzle the remaining dressing over the top layer.
8. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight to allow the flavors to meld together.
9. Before serving, gently toss the layers together to combine the ingredients.
10. Garnish with additional Parmesan cheese and fresh black pepper, if desired.
11. Serve chilled and enjoy!

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