Best Grinder Tortellini Salad
Enjoy a vibrant blend of flavors with this refreshing tortellini salad, perfect as a side or a light main course.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 8 ounces cheese tortellini
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup black olives, sliced
- 1/4 cup bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup Italian dressing Use fresh, high-quality dressing for enhanced flavor.
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated Can substitute with feta cheese for variation.
- to taste salt and pepper
Instructions
Preparation
- Cook the cheese tortellini according to package instructions. Drain and let cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooled tortellini, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, black olives, and bell pepper.
- Pour the Italian dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine.
- Add grated parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days. For meal prep, store the dressing separately until serving time.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3g