Best 12 Broccoli Tortellini Salad Recipes

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Broccoli tortellini salad is a delightful combination of flavors and textures. It's a simple dish that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner, and it's also a great option for potlucks and picnics. With its vibrant colors and variety of ingredients, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!

BROCCOLI AND TORTELLINI SALAD



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Crisp, fresh broccoli and cheese tortellini with a creamy dressing are the basis of this salad. Raisins, sunflower seeds and red onion dress it up. This recipe is most requested at potlucks.

Provided by AFMC

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Broccoli Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 slices bacon
20 ounces fresh cheese-filled tortellini
½ cup mayonnaise
½ cup white sugar
2 teaspoons cider vinegar
3 heads fresh broccoli, cut into florets
1 cup raisins
1 cup sunflower seeds
1 red onion, finely chopped

Steps:

  • Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain, crumble and set aside.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook tortellini in boiling water for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente. Drain, and rinse under cold water.
  • In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, sugar and vinegar to make the dressing.
  • In a large bowl, combine broccoli, tortellini, bacon, raisins, sunflower seeds and red onion. Pour dressing over salad, and toss.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 322.4 calories, Carbohydrate 38.7 g, Cholesterol 20.3 mg, Fat 16.1 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 4.1 g, Sodium 341 mg, Sugar 17.6 g

TORTELLINI BACON BROCCOLI SALAD



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This is an excellent pasta salad that is great to make for the week ahead or to bring to potlucks! Make it -- you won't be disappointed. You may frown at the coleslaw dressing, but trust me, it's amazing in this recipe! This recipe is highly requested when served.

Provided by MostAwesomeChefEver

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Tortellini Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 (9 ounce) packages refrigerated three-cheese tortellini
1 pound bacon
4 cups chopped broccoli
1 pint grape tomatoes, halved
2 green onions, finely chopped
1 cup bottled coleslaw dressing

Steps:

  • Cook the tortellini according to the package directions, drain, rinse with cold water, and refrigerate until cool, about 30 minutes.
  • Place the bacon in a large, deep skillet, and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain the bacon slices on a paper towel-lined plate. Chop the bacon into 1/2-inch pieces while still a little warm.
  • Place the tortellini, bacon, broccoli, grape tomatoes, and green onions into a salad bowl. Pour the dressing over the ingredients, and toss lightly to coat. Chill in refrigerator before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 348.8 calories, Carbohydrate 33.6 g, Cholesterol 46.9 mg, Fat 18.2 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 13.9 g, SaturatedFat 5.5 g, Sodium 736.1 mg, Sugar 6.8 g

TORTELLINI, BROCCOLI AND BACON SALAD



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Tender, cheese-filled tortellini puts a flavorful spin on ordinary pasta salad.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h25m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 bags (19 oz each) frozen cheese-filled tortellini
4 cups broccoli florets
2 cups cherry tomatoes, each cut in half
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
1 cup reduced-fat coleslaw dressing
1 lb bacon, crisply cooked, crumbled
1/4 cup sunflower nuts

Steps:

  • Cook and drain tortellini as directed on package. Rinse with cold water; drain.
  • In very large (4-quart) bowl, mix tortellini, broccoli, tomatoes, chives and dressing. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour to blend flavors.
  • Just before serving, stir in bacon. Sprinkle with nuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160, Carbohydrate 14 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 1 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 340 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 0 g

BROCCOLI AND CHEESE TORTELLINI SALAD



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"After tasting this wonderful side dish at a potluck, I had to have more, so I experimented with lightening it up," Tiffany Anderson-Taylor explains from Gulfport, Florida. "It ended up tasting as good as the original."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 cups broccoli florets
2 packages (9 ounces each) refrigerated cheese tortellini
1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
1/4 cup raisins
1/2 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
Sugar substitute equivalent to 3 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
5 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
1/4 cup unsalted sunflower kernels

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cook broccoli in 6 cups boiling water for 2 minutes. Drain and immediately rinse in cold water. In the same pan, cook tortellini according to package directions. Drain and rinse in cold water., In a large bowl, combine the broccoli, tortellini, onion and raisins. Combine the mayonnaise, sugar substitute and vinegar; pour over salad and toss to coat. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Just before serving, stir in bacon and sunflower kernels.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 217 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 287mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 8g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BROCCOLI, TORTELLINI, AND BACON SALAD



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A filling and delicious main dish salad. I have used turkey bacon and low-fat dressing to lighten it up. Chill time is 1-2 hours.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Pork

Time 35m

Yield 9 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 (19 ounce) bags frozen cheese tortellini
4 cups broccoli florets
2 cups cherry tomatoes, cut in half (or whole grape tomatoes)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives or 2 tablespoons green onions
1 cup coleslaw dressing
1 lb bacon, cooked and crumbled
1/4 cup sunflower seeds
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Prepare the tortellini according to package directions; rinse with cold water; drain.
  • In a large bowl, mix the tortellini, broccoli, tomatoes, chives, and dressing.
  • Cover and refrigerate 1-2 hours.
  • Right before ready to serve, add bacon and sunflower seeds; gently stir to combine.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Serve cold.

BROCCOLI AND TORTELLINI SALAD



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You can lighten this recipe up a little by using turkey bacon, & low-fat mayo. From allrecipes.com

Provided by cookiedog

Categories     Potluck

Time 30m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 slices bacon
20 ounces cheese-filled tortellini
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup white sugar
2 teaspoons cider vinegar
3 heads fresh broccoli, cut into florets
1 cup raisins
1 cup sunflower seeds
1 red onion, finely chopped

Steps:

  • Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain, crumble and set aside.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook tortellini in boiling water for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente. Drain, and rinse under cold water.
  • In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, sugar and vinegar to make the dressing.
  • In a large bowl, combine broccoli, tortellini, bacon, raisins, sunflower seeds and red onion. Pour dressing over salad, and toss.

TORTELLINI-BROCCOLI SALAD



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Pasta salad can be a whole new flavor experience each time you make it just by switching the veggies.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 1h20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup cider or balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon chopped fresh or 1 teaspoon dried basil leaves
2 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
1 package (7 ounces) cheese-filled tortellini
1 medium carrot, sliced (1/2 cup)
2 cups broccoli flowerets
2 medium green onions, sliced (2 tablespoons)

Steps:

  • In tightly covered container, shake all vinaigrette ingredients.
  • Cook and drain tortellini as directed on package. Rinse with cold water; drain.
  • In large glass or plastic bowl, mix carrot, broccoli, onions and vinaigrette. Add tortellini; toss until evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour to blend flavors but no longer than 24 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250, Carbohydrate 29 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 270 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g

BROCCOLI TORTELLINI SALAD



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"This tried-and-true salad is simple to toss together and convenient since you make it ahead," reports May Sisk Hazlet, New Jersey. "Now that my husband and I are retired, we travel a lot and enjoy having more time for family and hobbies."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 package (16 ounces) frozen cheese tortellini
2 cups julienned carrots
3-1/2 cups broccoli florets
1 to 2 tablespoons chopped green onions
DRESSING:
1/2 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons cider or red wine viengar
3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
4-1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon minced fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried basil
1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 to 1-1/4 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
3 garlic cloves, minced

Steps:

  • Cook tortellini according to package directions. Rinse in cold water; drain. Place carrots in a steamer basket over 1 in of boiling water in a saucepan. Cover and steam for 3-4 minutes. Add broccoli; steam 4-5 minutes longer or until crisp-tender. Rinse in cold water; drain. In a large bowl, combine tortellini, carrots, broccoli and onions. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine dressing ingredients; shake well. Pour over salad and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts :

BROCCOLI-TORTELLINI SALAD



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My family has made this recipe for a long time. Not sure where my mom got it. It is very delicious and great for potlucks and barbecues.

Provided by JillAZ

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 30m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

7 ounces cheese tortellini
1 cup broccoli, cut into small florets
1/2 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon chopped pimiento
1 (6 ounce) jar marinated artichoke hearts, do not drain
2 green onions, sliced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 cup Italian dressing
6 cherry tomatoes
1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
1/4 cup sliced black olives

Steps:

  • Cook tortellini according to package directions (I use the fresh tortellini that are tri-colored).
  • Make sure to cut the broccoli into bite sized florets.
  • I also lightly steam them before adding to the salad.
  • In a large bowl mix together tortellini, broccoli, chopped parsley, pimento, UN-DRAINED artichoke hearts, green onions, basil and garlic powder.
  • Add Italian dressing (I use Bernsteins Restaurant Recipe Italian or Newman's Own); stir to mix.
  • Refrigerate until serving time.
  • Just before serving, stir in olives, cherry tomatoes that have been cut in half, and parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210, Fat 9.9, SaturatedFat 2.9, Cholesterol 17.6, Sodium 606.9, Carbohydrate 23.9, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 3.2, Protein 8.1

BROCCOLI/TORTELLINI SALAD



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Categories     Pasta     Freeze/Chill     Vegetarian

Yield Serves 3-4

Number Of Ingredients 8

20 oz cheese filled frozen tortellini
l/2 cup mayonnaise
l/2 cup white sugar/Splenda
2 tsp cider vinegar
l l/2 cups broccoli florets
l/2 cup sunflower seeds
l medium red onion, finely chopped
l/2 cup raisins

Steps:

  • Cook tortellini for 8-10 miutes until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water. Set aside. In small bowl mix mayonnaise, sugar/Splenda and cider vinegar to make dressing. In large bowl combine broccoli, tortellini, raisins, seeds and red onion. Pour dressing over and tosse. Chill and serve.

TORTELLINI-BROCCOLI SALAD



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Pasta salad can be a whole new flavor experience each time you make it just by switching the veggies.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 1h20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup cider or balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon chopped fresh or 1 teaspoon dried basil leaves
2 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
1 package (7 ounces) cheese-filled tortellini
1 medium carrot, sliced (1/2 cup)
2 cups broccoli flowerets
2 medium green onions, sliced (2 tablespoons)

Steps:

  • In tightly covered container, shake all vinaigrette ingredients.
  • Cook and drain tortellini as directed on package. Rinse with cold water; drain.
  • In large glass or plastic bowl, mix carrot, broccoli, onions and vinaigrette. Add tortellini; toss until evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour to blend flavors but no longer than 24 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250, Carbohydrate 29 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 270 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g

BROCCOLI TORTELLINI SALAD



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Prepared by Carol Huggard of The Villages, FL on 8/20/2013

Provided by ann wilson

Categories     Pasta Salads

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pkg 14 oz. cheese tortellini
1 c fresh or frozen broccoli florets
1/2 c chopped fresh parsley
1 jar(s) (6 oz.) marinated artichoke hearts, undrained
2 green onions, chopped
2 1/2 tsp chopped fresh basil
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/4 to 1/2 c italian salad dressing
5-6 cherry tomatoes, halved or 3 sliced tomatoes cut into 1/2 or 1/4
parmesan cheese, optional

Steps:

  • 1. Cook tortellini to desired doneness according to package. Place broccoli in colander and drain the tortellini over the broccoli. Then rinse with cold water.
  • 2. In a large bowl, combine all the ingredients except the tomatoes and the Parmesan cheese.
  • 3. Cover and refrigerate 4-6 hours.( I have prepared this dish and served in within an hour). It can be served warm or cold.)
  • 4. Just before serving, add cherry tomatoes, mix lightly. If using sliced tomatoes, just place on top. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese if desired.

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh broccoli florets. If using frozen broccoli, be sure to thaw and drain it thoroughly before adding it to the salad.
  • To save time, use store-bought tortellini. However, if you have the time, homemade tortellini is always a delicious option.
  • Use a variety of vegetables in your salad. This will add flavor, color, and texture. Some good options include cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, cucumbers, and carrots.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different dressings. A simple vinaigrette is always a good choice, but you could also try a creamy dressing or a tangy Asian-inspired dressing.
  • Serve the salad immediately after making it. This is when the flavors are at their best.

Conclusion:

Broccoli tortellini salad is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for lunch, dinner, or even as a snack. It's easy to make and can be customized to your liking. So next time you're looking for a quick and healthy meal, give this broccoli tortellini salad a try.

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