Description
A vibrant and creamy tortellini pasta salad that combines fresh vegetables and a delicious dressing, perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
- Tortellini pasta
- Creamy dressing (e.g., mayonnaise or yogurt)
- Cheddar cheese (cubed or shredded)
- Cherry tomatoes (halved)
- Cucumber (diced)
- Bell peppers (diced)
- Red onion (finely chopped)
- Fresh herbs (e.g., basil, parsley)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini according to package instructions. Drain and let cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooled tortellini, creamy dressing, cheese, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell peppers, and red onion.
- Toss until everything is well mixed.
- Add fresh herbs, salt, and pepper.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
Chilling the salad enhances flavor integration. Adjust seasoning to taste before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: tortellini, pasta salad, vegetarian salad, creamy salad, fresh vegetables