Best 8 Kittencals Caesar Tortellini Salad Recipes

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Indulge in culinary delight with our exploration of the flavors of "Kittencal's Caesar Tortellini Salad." This dish is a captivating fusion of textures and tastes, featuring tender tortellini, crisp romaine lettuce, and creamy Caesar dressing. Whether you seek a delectable lunch option or an unforgettable party platter, this salad promete a culinary journey that will leave your taste buds tantalised. So, embark on this gastronomic adventure as we uncover the secrets of crafting the perfect "kittencal's Caesar Tortellini Salad" that will impress even the most discerning palates.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

KITTENCAL'S CAESAR TORTELLINI SALAD



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My family *LOVES* this salad, I make often in the summer with sweet cherry tomatoes from my garden, feel free to adjust all ingredient amounts and add in other ingeredints also, you can sub feta for Parmesan, use your favorite Caesar dressing or use my recipe#116849. Prep time does not include cooking the tortellini.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Summer

Time 5m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (9 ounce) package cheese tortellini (cooked and rinsed under cold water)
1 head romaine lettuce (torn into small pieces)
1 cup prepared creamy caesar salad dressing (can use less, I use Kittencal's Famous Caesar Salad)
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese (or to taste)
10 large cherry tomatoes (cut in half)
2 cups caesar-flavor croutons (see my Kittencal's Garlic Croutons)
black pepper (to taste)
salt (optional and to taste)

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl combine the cooked tortellini with chopped lettuce, Caesar dressing and Parmesan cheese; toss well to coat.
  • Season with black pepper to taste and salt if desired.
  • Top with sliced cherry tomatoes and croutons.
  • Serve immediately.
  • Delicious!

TORTELLINI, STEAK, AND CAESAR



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A well-balanced meal in a bowl! Goes well with a nice slice of Italian or French bread. This is a FAVE to take to work or school for lunch with both my teenaged daughters and son! I vary how much meat, pasta, and salad I use depending on how many servings I need. If you want to make it in advance or have leftovers, don't add the dressing and croutons beforehand. Mix croutons right before packaging and send dressing on the side. I make this whenever I have leftover steak!

Provided by LROHNER

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Tortellini Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (9 ounce) package cheese tortellini
1 pound flank steak
garlic powder to taste
salt and pepper to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 heads romaine lettuce, torn into bite-size pieces
2 (2.25 ounce) cans small pitted black olives, drained
1 cup Caesar-style croutons
2 small fresh tomatoes, chopped
1 (8 ounce) bottle Caesar salad dressing

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Place pasta in the pot, cook for 7 to 9 minutes, until al dente, and drain.
  • Preheat the oven broiler. Season steak with garlic powder, salt, and pepper; rub with olive oil. Place steak in a baking dish, and broil 5 minutes on each side, or to desired doneness. Slice diagonally into thin strips.
  • In a bowl, toss the cooked tortellini, lettuce, olives, croutons, tomatoes, and dressing. Top with steak strips to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 671 calories, Carbohydrate 46.6 g, Cholesterol 82.5 mg, Fat 42.1 g, Fiber 7.1 g, Protein 27.8 g, SaturatedFat 11.1 g, Sodium 1450.4 mg, Sugar 4.9 g

TORTELLINI CAESAR SALAD



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This salad was served at a dear friend's baby shower by a health-conscious friend, who suggested the dressing be prepared with low-fat or fat-free ingredients. Either way, the creamy dressing has plenty of garlic flavor and coats the pasta, romaine and croutons nicely. -Tammy Steenbock, Sembach Air Base, Germany

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 package (19 ounces) frozen cheese tortellini
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup 2% milk
1/4 cup plus 1/3 cup shredded Parmesan cheese, divided
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 garlic cloves, minced
8 cups torn romaine
1 cup seasoned salad croutons
Halved cherry tomatoes, optional

Steps:

  • Cook tortellini according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, milk, 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, lemon juice and garlic. , Drain tortellini and rinse in cold water; transfer to a large bowl. Add romaine and remaining Parmesan. Just before serving, drizzle with dressing; toss to coat. Top with croutons and tomatoes if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 237 calories, Fat 14g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 327mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

KITTENCAL'S FAMOUS CAESAR SALAD



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I developed this dressing years ago, and I can honestly say that you won't be able to keep your spoon out of the fridge for a taste, it is *that* good! --- although I do think the dressing is better with the anchovy it can certainly be made without them. In a pinch I have even substituted buttermilk for the half and half cream, just use about the same amount --- this dressing gets stronger with refrigeration time so a small amount of fresh garlic goes a long way! ---- usually one recipe without doubling is perfect for one large romaine lettuce, if you are serving a large crowd of people you might want to double -- salad dressing will not work for this use *only* mayonnaise, I find Hellman's brand mayonnaise works the best and for the perfect companion to this salad see my recipe#125034-------------LOWER-FAT OPTION use reduced fat mayonnaise and fat-free half and half or low-fat milk --- also see my recipe#66596

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 5m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 large head romaine lettuce (washed over and thoroughly dried)
1 1/2 cups garlic-flavored croutons (or to taste, see Kittencal's Garlic Croutons)
parmesan cheese
freshly grated black pepper (to taste)
2 anchovy fillets (or to taste)
2 fresh garlic cloves (or to taste)
1 cup mayonnaise (not salad dressing Hellman's is best)
1/4 cup half-and-half cream or 1/4 cup milk
1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons fresh squeezed lemon juice
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (Hellman's Dijonnaise is best!)
salt and pepper
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce (or to taste) (optional)
buttermilk or half-and-half, for thinning

Steps:

  • In a small 2-cup mini food processor, process/mince the anchovy fillets and garlic together until finely minced (do this together and firstly, otherwise it will not get minced properly with the other ingredients).
  • Add in the remaining ingredients, and process for 30 seconds, or more until well mixed.
  • Adjust seasonings to taste.
  • Thin with buttermilk (or milk) for a thinner consistency if desired.
  • Store in fridge, covered in a glass container for 3 or more hours before using (the flavors become stronger when left in the fridge for a longer time).
  • Toss desired amount of dressing with Romaine lettuce and croutons.
  • Sprinkle with more grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

TORTELLINI SALAD



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Pepperoni and mozzarella cheese make this a filling pasta salad. Serve with fruit for a nice summertime meal.

Provided by olivegrower

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Tortellini Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (16 ounce) package refrigerated cheese tortellini
4 ounces sliced pepperoni, quartered
2 green onions, sliced
1 (2.25 ounce) can sliced black olives
1 (6.5 ounce) jar marinated artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
6 ounces mozzarella cheese, diced
⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 ½ tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 ½ tablespoons distilled white vinegar
1 teaspoon dried Italian herb seasoning
salt and black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Cook the tortellini according to package instructions, drain in a colander set in the sink, and rinse with cold water.
  • Place the tortellini, pepperoni, green onions, olives, artichoke hearts, and mozzarella cheese in a large salad bowl.
  • Whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, white vinegar, Italian seasonings, and salt and pepper in a bowl, and pour over the salad ingredients. Gently stir to combine, and refrigerate to chill before serving. For even better flavor, let chill in refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 415.3 calories, Carbohydrate 30.3 g, Cholesterol 52.8 mg, Fat 25.9 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 17 g, SaturatedFat 8.1 g, Sodium 728.6 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

TORTELLINI & CHICKEN CAESAR SALAD



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My family loved this pasta salad right from the start, so these days I serve it a lot. When grilling season hits, I grill the chicken as a special treat. -Lee Reese, Rolla, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 package (20 ounces) refrigerated cheese tortellini
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-1/2-inch pieces
1/3 cup finely chopped onion
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 package (10 ounces) hearts of romaine salad mix
1-1/2 cups grape tomatoes
1 can (6-1/2 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
3/4 cup creamy Caesar salad dressing
3/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

Steps:

  • Cook tortellini according to package directions. Drain; rinse with cold water., Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine chicken, onion, oil, garlic, salt and pepper; toss to coat. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken mixture; cook and stir 4-6 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink. Remove from heat., In a large bowl, combine salad mix, tomatoes, olives, tortellini and chicken mixture. Drizzle with dressing; toss to coat. Sprinkle with cheese and bacon. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 601 calories, Fat 34g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 99mg cholesterol, Sodium 1539mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 33g protein.

CAESAR TORTELLINI



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Caesar salad-with a few yummy surprises. This is the perfect salad to toss for unexpected lunch company.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 package (9 ounces) refrigerated cheese-filled tortellini
1 bag complete Caesar salad mix (7 1/2 ounces)
1 medium tomato, chopped (3/4 cup)
1/4 cup Betty Crocker™ Bac~Os® bacon flavor bits or chips
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Cook and drain tortellini as directed on package. Rinse with cold water; drain.
  • Toss tortellini, salad mix ingredients, tomato, bacon bits and pepper. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 245, Carbohydrate 18 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 11 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 270 mg

CAESAR TORTELLINI SALAD



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Thanks to refrigerated cheese pasta, this Caesar Tortellini Salad couldn't be quicker (or easier) to make. Sprinkle with Parmesan and enjoy!

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Salad Dressings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pkg. (9 oz.) refrigerated cheese tortellini, cooked, drained and rinsed
3/4 cup KRAFT Classic Caesar Dressing
2 plum tomatoes, cut into thin wedges
1 can (6 oz.) pitted black olives, drained
1/2 cup sliced red onions, separated into rings
1/4 cup POLLY-O Shredded Parmesan Cheese

Steps:

  • Toss all ingredients except cheese in large bowl; cover.
  • Refrigerate at least 1 hour.
  • Sprinkle with cheese just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 0 g, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 g, Sodium 0 g, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 0 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
  • Don't overcook the tortellini. It should be cooked al dente, or slightly firm to the bite.
  • Use a variety of vegetables in the salad for a colorful and flavorful dish.
  • Make sure the dressing is well-balanced. It should be creamy, tangy, and slightly salty.
  • Serve the salad immediately after assembling it, or the tortellini will start to absorb the dressing and become mushy.

Conclusion:

Kittencal's Caesar Tortellini Salad is a delicious and easy-to-make salad that's perfect for a summer picnic or potluck. With its creamy Caesar dressing, tender tortellini, and fresh vegetables, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy summer salad, give this recipe a try.

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