This Spinach and Tortellini Salad is a flavorful and refreshing dish that combines tender cheese tortellini with fresh spinach, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and a zesty balsamic vinaigrette dressing. It's perfect for a light lunch or as a side dish for dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 package (9 oz) cheese tortellini
- 4 cups fresh spinach leaves
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinaigrette dressing
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- Cook the tortellini according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked tortellini, spinach, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
- Drizzle the balsamic vinaigrette dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve chilled and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Tortellini is a popular filled pasta from the Emilia-Romagna region of Italy.
Spinach is high in nutrients like iron, vitamin A, and calcium.
Balsamic vinaigrette adds a tangy and sweet flavor to the salad.