Tomato Basil Tortellini Salad

This tomato basil tortellini salad is ready to rock your next party or BBQ! We love this easy cheesy pasta salad as a sharable side dish or as a light weekday lunch.

Course Salad, Side Dish

Cuisine American

Keyword Tomato Basil Tortellini Salad

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 5

Total Time 20

Servings servings

Calories 381kcal

Author Jenn Laughlin - Peas and Crayons

Ingredients

9 oz refrigerated cheese tortellini
1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
¾ cup mozzarella pearls
2-3 TBSP thinly sliced basil to taste
¼ cup olive oil
1 TBSP balsamic vinegar
1 clove fresh garlic minced
⅓ tsp Italian seasoning
¼ tsp sea salt
⅛-¼ tsp black pepper
balsamic glaze for topping (optional but tasty!)

Instructions

Cook tortellini according to instructions. Prep and chop all other ingredients and set aside.
Drain pasta in a colander and run under cold water to halt the cooking process and prevent soggy noodles.
Add to a large bowl along with mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil.. Pour over the olive oil, balsamic vinegar and add the Italian seasoning, salt and pepper. Toss the salad well to combine.
To make an easy balsamic-kissed dressing, combine olive oil, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Whisk well and pour over pasta salad.
Chill until ready to serve or serve it up room temperature if you prefer! It's great both ways. Toss before serving and drizzle with a little balsamic glaze. Enjoy!

Notes

Nutrition Facts below are estimated using an online recipe nutrition calculator. Adjust as needed and enjoy!

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