This tortellini salad is a great dish to serve at any gathering or as a light and refreshing meal. Made with cheese tortellini, colorful vegetables, and a zesty dressing, it's a perfect combination of flavors and textures.
Ingredients
- 1 package cheese tortellini
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 yellow bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup black olives, sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1/2 cup Italian dressing
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- Cook the tortellini according to package instructions. Drain and let it cool.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked tortellini, cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, red onion, olives, and basil.
- Pour Italian dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.
- Enjoy this delicious tortellini salad as a side dish or a light meal!
Interesting Facts
Tortellini is a type of filled pasta that originated in Italy.
This salad can be easily customized by adding other vegetables or protein like grilled chicken or shrimp.
The combination of flavors in this salad makes it a crowd-pleaser at any event.