Italian Tortellini & Veggie Pasta Salad
A colorful and refreshing salad combining cheese tortellini and fresh veggies, dressed with Italian vinaigrette, perfect for picnics and gatherings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 12 oz cheese tortellini, cooked and cooled Make sure the tortellini is cooled before mixing.
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 cup yellow bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 small zucchini, quartered and sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 1/2 cup Italian vinaigrette
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Optional: grated Parmesan for topping Enhances flavor if added before serving.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked and cooled tortellini, cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, red onion, and zucchini.
- Add the chopped basil leaves, Italian vinaigrette, salt, and black pepper.
- Toss gently to combine all the ingredients well.
- If desired, sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese before serving.
- Chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes before serving for the best flavor.
Notes
This pasta salad is great on its own or as a side dish. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. If you notice excess liquid after a day, toss it lightly before serving again. Customize by adding other veggies like cucumbers or olives.