Description
This Easy Pesto Tortellini Pasta Salad is the perfect dish for anyone looking to enjoy a burst of fresh flavors without spending hours in the kitchen. In just 10 minutes, you can create a delightful salad that combines tender cheese tortellini with vibrant cherry tomatoes, marinated mozzarella, and fragrant pesto. It’s ideal for gatherings, picnics, or a quick weeknight meal. The versatility of this salad allows you to serve it warm, cold, or at room temperature, making it a crowd-pleaser for any occasion. Plus, it’s easy to customize with your choice of veggies or proteins!
Ingredients
Scale
- 20 ounces cheese tortellini
- 1 cup pesto
- 1 and 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 12 ounces marinated mozzarella balls (drained)
- 1/4 cup red onion (diced)
Instructions
- Cook the cheese tortellini in a large pot of salted boiling water for about 1 and 1/2 minutes until al dente.
- Drain the tortellini using a colander and rinse under cold water to cool.
- In a large serving bowl, combine the cooled tortellini with pesto, cherry tomatoes, marinated mozzarella balls, and diced red onion. Toss well to coat all ingredients.
- Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for up to three days.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 25mg