Warm Tortellini Salad

Transform your pasta night with this vibrant and satisfying Warm Tortellini Salad, a crowd-pleasing dish that's perfect for weeknight dinners or casual entertaining. Featuring tender cheese-stuffed tortellini, juicy cherry tomatoes, and nutrient-packed baby spinach, this salad is brought to life with a tangy homemade balsamic vinaigrette infused with Dijon mustard and garlic. Soft sautéed red onions add a touch of sweetness, while a generous sprinkle of Parmesan cheese lends a nutty finish. Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe combines the comfort of a warm pasta dish with the freshness of a garden salad for the ultimate quick and flavorful meal. Ideal for serving up to four, it’s a wholesome, one-bowl masterpiece sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 16 ounces Cheese tortellini
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 2 cups Baby spinach
• 0.5 medium Red onion
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 clove Garlic
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook the tortellini according to the package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.

Step 2

While the tortellini is cooking, cut the cherry tomatoes in half, thinly slice the red onion, and mince the garlic.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.

Step 4

In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced red onion and cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly softened.

Step 5

Add the cooked tortellini to the skillet and toss gently for 1-2 minutes to warm through.

Step 6

Remove the skillet from heat and add the baby spinach. Toss until the spinach is just wilted.

Step 7

Transfer the warm tortellini mixture to a large serving bowl. Add the cherry tomatoes and drizzle with the prepared dressing. Toss to coat everything evenly.

Step 8

Sprinkle the salad with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(838.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1657.8

Total Fat 75.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 23.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.6g
Cholesterol 167.4mg	0%
Sodium 2230.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 185.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.4g	0%
Total Sugars 14.8g
Protein 59.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 838.5mg	0%
Iron 7.3mg	0%
Potassium 635.0mg	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: 41.1%

Protein: 14.2%

Carbs: 44.7%