Delicious Tortellini Salad with Homemade Pesto Dressing

This tortellini salad with homemade pesto dressing is a perfect dish for any day of the week. The combination of cheese-filled tortellini, fresh vegetables, and flavorful pesto creates a refreshing and satisfying meal. It's great for lunch, dinner, or even as a side dish for a barbecue or picnic.

Ingredients

• 1 package of cheese tortellini
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
• 1/2 cup diced cucumber
• 1/4 cup sliced black olives
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 cup homemade pesto dressing

Directions

1. Cook the tortellini according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside to cool.
2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked tortellini, cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, cucumber, black olives, and basil.
3. Add the grated Parmesan cheese and toss everything together gently.
4. Pour the pesto dressing over the salad and mix well to coat all the ingredients.
5. Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
6. Garnish with additional basil leaves and serve cold.

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