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Mediterranean Tortellini Pasta Salad

Mediterranean Tortellini Pasta Salad for Summer Gatherings

Enjoy a vibrant Mediterranean Tortellini Pasta Salad that combines chewy tortellini with colorful veggies and zesty vinaigrette, making it perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 22 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 12 ounces cheese tortellini or gluten-free pasta like rotini
  • 1 cup cucumber chopped
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 8 ounces mozzarella pearls or diced mozzarella
  • 6 ounces salami diced, or use turkey or pepperoni
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives pitted
  • 1/4 cup pepperoncini sliced, omit if milder flavors preferred
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil ribbons, or use parsley
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar or white wine vinegar/apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 cup olive oil or avocado oil
  • 1 clove garlic minced, fresh preferred
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard or omit for milder flavor
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • colander
  • Medium mixing bowl
  • large mixing bowl
  • spatula

Method
 

Cook and Prepare
  1. In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add cheese tortellini and cook for 5-7 minutes until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together red wine vinegar, olive oil, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, and a pinch of salt and pepper until well blended.
Combine and Dress
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled tortellini, chopped cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, mozzarella pearls, diced salami, pitted Kalamata olives, sliced pepperoncini, and ribbons of fresh basil. Toss gently.
  2. Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and toss until evenly coated.
Chill and Serve
  1. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1-2 hours to allow flavors to meld.
  2. Before serving, give it a light toss to redistribute the dressing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 12gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best flavors, prepare at least 1-2 hours in advance. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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