Tortellini Pasta Salad with Shrimp

Brighten up your mealtime with this vibrant and refreshing Tortellini Pasta Salad with Shrimp, a perfect fusion of bold, zesty flavors and satisfying textures. Tender cheese tortellini and succulent, paprika-seasoned shrimp come together with crisp cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, tangy red onion, and briny black olives, creating a symphony of Mediterranean-inspired goodness. Tossed in a light, homemade lemon-garlic vinaigrette, this salad is as delicious as it is simple to prepare. Ideal for summer picnics, potlucks, or a light yet hearty dinner, this salad can be served chilled or at room temperature for ultimate versatility. With just 30 minutes of chilling time to let the flavors mingle, it’s a quick, crowd-pleasing dish that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 16 oz Cheese tortellini
• 1 lb Raw shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 1.5 cups Cherry tomatoes (halved)
• 1 Cucumber (diced)
• 0.25 Red onion (thinly sliced)
• 0.5 cup Black olives (sliced)
• 2 tbsp Fresh parsley (chopped)
• 0.25 cup Olive oil
• 2 tbsp Lemon juice
• 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 0.5 tsp Paprika

Directions

Step 1

Cook the cheese tortellini according to the package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water to cool completely. Set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the raw shrimp, paprika, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side or until the shrimp is opaque and cooked through. Remove from heat and let cool.

Step 3

Prepare the dressing by whisking together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked tortellini, shrimp, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, sliced red onion, and black olives.

Step 5

Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.

Step 6

Sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the top and give it one final toss.

Step 7

Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1465.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2310.8

Total Fat 104.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 25.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.9g
Cholesterol 1002.4mg	0%
Sodium 4611.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 191.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.1g	0%
Total Sugars 12.1g
Protein 161.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 972.4mg	0%
Iron 10.1mg	0%
Potassium 2211.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.9%

Protein: 27.5%

Carbs: 32.6%