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Delicious tortellini pasta salad with fresh vegetables and dressing

Tortellini Pasta Salad

A delightful dish that combines fresh ingredients and delicious flavors, perfect for warm days as a side dish or main course.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course, Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 310
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 12 oz Cheese tortellini Cook according to package instructions
  • 1 cup Cherry tomatoes Halved
  • 1 cup Cucumber Diced
  • 1/2 cup Red onion Finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup Black olives Sliced
  • 8 oz Mini mozzarella balls Pearls
  • 4 oz Pepperoni slices Chopped (optional)
  • 1/2 cup Zesty Italian dressing To taste
  • 1/4 cup Grated parmesan cheese For sprinkling on top

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook the cheese tortellini according to the package instructions. Drain and let cool.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cooled tortellini, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, black olives, mini mozzarella balls, and pepperoni slices.
  3. Pour the zesty Italian dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
  4. Sprinkle with grated parmesan cheese before serving.
  5. Chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.

Notes

You can serve this salad cold or at room temperature. It’s great for picnics, barbecues, or as a quick lunch. To store, cover tightly with plastic wrap or transfer to an airtight container; it will keep well in the fridge for up to 3 days. Toss before serving.