Pesto Tortellini Salad
Bright, flavorful, and irresistibly fresh, this Pesto Tortellini Salad is the perfect dish for a quick lunch, picnic, or potluck. Bursting with tender cheese tortellini coated in a vibrant basil pesto sauce, this salad gets its crunch and color from juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, briny Kalamata olives, and a touch of red onion. Finished with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese and fresh basil, it's a dish that feels both hearty and refreshing. Ready in just 25 minutes and easy to make ahead, this chilled pasta salad is not only delicious but also convenient for busy days. Whether served as a side or a standalone meal, this pesto tortellini salad is a surefire crowd-pleaser that's packed with Mediterranean-inspired flair.
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Ingredients
- 16 oz Cheese tortellini
- 1 cup Pesto sauce
- 1.5 cups Cherry tomatoes
- 1 large Cucumber
- 0.5 cup Kalamata olives
- 0.5 medium Red onion
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 0.25 cup Fresh basil leaves
- 2 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the cheese tortellini according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside to cool.
Step 2
While the tortellini cools, prepare the vegetables. Halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the cucumber, slice the Kalamata olives, and thinly slice the red onion.
Step 3
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked tortellini, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, olives, and red onion.
Step 4
Add the pesto sauce and olive oil to the bowl. Toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Step 5
Season the salad with salt and black pepper to taste. Mix well.
Step 6
Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese on top and garnish with fresh basil leaves.
Step 7
Cover and refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Step 8
Serve chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy your Pesto Tortellini Salad!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1568.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3304.8 |
| Total Fat 241.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 50.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 27.6g | |
| Cholesterol 206.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 6206.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 216.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 23.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 20.4g | |
| Protein 82.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 10.2IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1480.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 14.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1840.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories