Description
Tortellini Caprese Pasta Salad is a vibrant and delicious dish that combines tender cheese tortellini, juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant basil. This refreshing salad is perfect for picnics, barbecues, or family dinners, making it a versatile addition to your meal repertoire. With its delightful blend of flavors and textures, this pasta salad is sure to impress guests and become a favorite in your household.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cheese tortellini
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini or ciliegine)
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
- 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini according to package instructions in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked tortellini with halved cherry tomatoes and mozzarella balls. Gently fold in torn basil leaves.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture and toss until evenly coated.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for about 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 20mg