Tortellini Caprese Pasta Salad: The Best Fresh Twist on a Classic
A delightful blend of fresh ingredients that redefines a classic pasta salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces cheese tortellini
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 8 ounces mozzarella balls, halved
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini according to package instructions, then drain and let cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil.
- Add the cooled tortellini to the bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the tortellini mixture and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to enhance the flavor.
Notes
- For added flavor, marinate the tomatoes in balsamic vinegar for 30 minutes before mixing.
- Use gluten-free tortellini for a gluten-free option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Tortellini Caprese Pasta Salad, pasta salad, summer salad, fresh ingredients