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Tortellini Pasta Salad

Tortellini Pasta Salad

The ultimate comfort food, Tortellini Pasta Salad is a refreshing dish perfect for summer gatherings or light dinners. Creamy, zesty, and packed with flavor, this easy weeknight recipe is sure to satisfy your cravings. Make it tonight!
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 9 servings
Course: Side Dishes
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

  • 16 to 18 ounces refrigerated gluten-free tortellini noodles
  • 5 ounces Spring greens or leafy greens of choice
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes halved
  • cup kalamata olives or black olives chopped
  • ½ cup red onion thinly sliced
  • 1 cup feta cheese crumbles
  • 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes drained
  • cup shaved parmesan cheese
  • ½ cup Italian Dressing or more to taste
  • 2 Tbsp fresh parsley finely chopped
  • ½ cup homemade or store-bought pesto sauce
  • ½ cup pine nuts

Equipment

  • Chef's Knife
  • Grater

Method
 

  1. Cook the tortellini pasta according to the package instructions. Note: I typically cook them for 1 to 2 minutes less than what is indicated on the package directions for the best results to ensure they are slightly al dente and don’t fall apart easily. Once the tortellini are cooked, drain them into a colander and rinse them with cold water. Set aside until ready to use.
  2. Transfer all of the salad ingredients to a large bowl. Pour in the salad dressing and toss until everything is well combined. Add in the cooled cooked tortellini pasta and gently toss the salad again until the pasta is integrated into the green salad.
  3. Serve tortellini salad alongside your main entrée and enjoy!

Notes

  • Use regular tortellini: If you aren't gluten-free, use any regular tortellini noodles, and consider trying a cheese tortellini for the best flavor!
  • Storage: Store leftover tortellini salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. If you know there will be leftovers, add the spring greens just before eating to avoid wilting.
  • Taste improvement: Just like all pasta salad recipes, this Italian tortellini salad tastes even better as it sits!