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Creamy Italian Tortellini Salad with Fresh Veggies

Creamy Italian Tortellini Salad with Fresh Veggies Bliss

This Creamy Italian Tortellini Salad with Fresh Veggies is a vibrant dish perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 package Cheese Tortellini Fresh or frozen
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Halved
  • 1 large Cucumber Diced
  • 1 small Red Onion Finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup Black Olives Sliced
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese Crumble on top
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil Finely chopped
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil Can use avocado oil
  • 2 tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar Can substitute with red wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard For flavor depth
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper Adjust to taste

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • colander
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Cook the tortellini in salted boiling water according to package instructions for 3-5 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Chop the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and olives, then combine in a large mixing bowl.
  3. Add the cooled tortellini and crumbled feta to the bowl with the chopped vegetables, and stir gently to combine.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
  5. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat without breaking the tortellini.
  6. Garnish with chopped basil and let the salad sit for 15-30 minutes in the fridge before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 12gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 530mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This salad is customizable; feel free to add proteins like grilled chicken or chickpeas. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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