Description
A fresh and vibrant caprese tortellini pasta salad that combines the classic flavors of caprese salad with tender tortellini.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz tortellini
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup mozzarella balls
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini according to package instructions. Drain and cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the tortellini, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently.
- Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Feel free to add more vegetables like spinach or arugula.
- This salad can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: caprese tortellini pasta salad recipe