Description
A vibrant salad combining tender tortellini, fresh vegetables, and delicious cheese, perfect for potlucks or family gatherings.
Ingredients
- Tortellini (fresh or frozen, any filling)
- Cherry tomatoes (sliced in halves)
- Cucumber (chopped)
- Black olives (sliced)
- Mozzarella cheese (cubed or in balls)
- Red onion (thinly sliced)
- Fresh basil (chopped)
- Olive oil
- Red wine vinegar
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini per the instructions on the package until tender. Drain and let it cool.
- Combine the cooked tortellini, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, black olives, mozzarella cheese, red onion, and fresh basil in a large bowl.
- Prepare the dressing: In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and pepper until well-blended.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to ensure everything is evenly coated.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to let those flavors meld beautifully.
Notes
Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. This salad gets even better as it sits, so consider preparing it a day in advance.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg