Description
A vibrant and creamy summer salad that combines cheese tortellini, fresh vegetables, and zesty Italian dressing, perfect for potlucks and picnics.
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 ounces cheese tortellini
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup black olives, sliced
- 1/2 cup bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, diced
- 1/2 cup Italian dressing
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the cheese tortellini according to package instructions. Once done, drain and set aside to cool, allowing the tortellini to become tender and fluffy.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooled tortellini, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, black olives, bell pepper, and red onion.
- Pour the Italian dressing over the salad. Toss everything gently to combine.
- Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
This salad is perfect for making ahead. Use the freshest produce for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 15mg