Best 20 Tortellini Salad Recipes

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Tortellini salad is a versatile and delicious dish that can be enjoyed as a light lunch, a hearty dinner, or a refreshing side dish. The base of the salad is typically cooked tortellini, which can be paired with a wide variety of ingredients such as vegetables, cheese, meats, and dressings. Whether you prefer a simple salad with just a few ingredients or a more complex dish with an array of flavors, there is a tortellini salad recipe out there to suit your taste. With its ease of preparation and endless possibilities for customization, tortellini salad is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.

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

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 CAPRESE SALAD



Tortellini Caprese Salad image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 15m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Cook 1 pound cheese tortellini as the label directs; drain and rinse under cold water. Toss with 1 pint halved heirloom cherry tomatoes, 8 ounces pearl mozzarella balls, 1/2 cup chopped basil, 1/3 cup olive oil and 2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar. Season with salt and pepper.

CREAMY TORTELLINI SALAD WITH CHICKEN, BACON, AND RANCH DRESSING



Creamy Tortellini Salad with Chicken, Bacon, and Ranch Dressing image

When I moved to Oklahoma, I discovered a pizza called "chicken bacon ranch" and this pasta salad is a nod to the flavors in the pizza. If desired, marinate chicken in ranch dressing, and grill chicken to bump up the flavor.

Provided by thedailygourmet

Categories     100+ Pasta and Noodle Recipes     Pasta by Shape Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (9 ounce) package refrigerated cheese tortellini
¼ cup ranch dressing
1 tablespoon milk
8 ounces cubed, cooked chicken
2 ½ ounces fresh mozzarella, diced
⅓ cup chopped cooked bacon
2 tablespoons chopped green onions
1 tablespoon chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste (optional)

Steps:

  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil. Stir in tortellini and return to a boil. Cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the tortellini float to the top and the filling is hot, about 3 minutes. Run tortellini under cold water and drain. Store in the refrigerator until chilled, at least 30 minutes.
  • Stir ranch dressing and milk together in a large bowl. Add chilled pasta, cooked chicken, mozzarella, bacon, green onions, and parsley.
  • Toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 528.1 calories, Carbohydrate 31.5 g, Cholesterol 104.5 mg, Fat 29.7 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 33.1 g, SaturatedFat 9.9 g, Sodium 881.1 mg, Sugar 2.6 g

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 PESTO SALAD



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Wonderful pasta salad. So different from the Italian dressing pasta salads. Very hearty side dish or main dish for lunch. Crunchy veggies and rich pesto sauce.

Provided by Jenny Saunders

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (9 ounce) package cheese tortellini
1 small red bell pepper, julienned
¾ cup broccoli florets, blanched
⅓ cup shredded carrots
⅓ cup pitted green olives
1 clove garlic, chopped
½ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup prepared basil pesto
¼ cup milk
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon distilled white vinegar
1 bunch fresh spinach leaves

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Place tortellini in the pot, and cook for 7 to 8 minutes, until al dente. Drain, and cool.
  • In a large bowl, mix the cooked tortellini, red bell pepper, broccoli, carrots, olives, and garlic.
  • In a separate bowl, stir together the mayonnaise, pesto, milk, Parmesan cheese, olive oil, and vinegar. Pour over the tortellini and vegetables, and gently toss to coat. Cover, and place in the refrigerator 1 hour, until chilled. Serve over spinach leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 382.8 calories, Carbohydrate 26.1 g, Cholesterol 31.3 mg, Fat 27.3 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 11.2 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 614.6 mg, Sugar 3.1 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.

EASY TORTELLINI SALAD



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A blend of spinach and three-cheese tortellini and marinated artichoke hearts. A perfect summer side dish or main dish! Try my Lite Italian Salad Dressing recipe with this salad!

Provided by Lillian

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Tortellini Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 3h25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (8 ounce) package dried spinach tortellini
1 (8 ounce) package dried three-cheese tortellini
1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
1 (6 ounce) jar marinated artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
1 (6 ounce) can sliced black olives, drained
½ red onion, thinly sliced
¼ cup grated carrots
1 ½ cups oil and vinegar dressing

Steps:

  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil. Stir in spinach and three-cheese tortellini and return to a boil. Cook the pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the pasta has cooked through but is still slightly firm, 10 to 11 minutes.
  • Drain well, and allow tortellini to cool.
  • Toss together the tortellini, grape tomatoes, artichoke hearts, olives, red onion, carrots, and dressing in a large bowl.
  • Cover and refrigerate until chilled, at least 3 hours or overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 304.7 calories, Carbohydrate 44.1 g, Cholesterol 64 mg, Fat 10.2 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 9.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 1477.3 mg, Sugar 18.4 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

GORGONZOLA AND PROSCIUTTO TORTELLINI SALAD



Gorgonzola and Prosciutto Tortellini Salad image

There's an amazing Italian grocery store near me, which has some amazing pasta salads. They are not cheap, but they are delicious. My favorite one is the Gorgonzola and prosciutto pasta salad. This is my clone of it and it tastes exactly like theirs when tasted side by side.

Provided by AUSTAD

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Tortellini Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 ounces prosciutto
1 pound frozen tortellini
½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
¼ cup white wine vinegar
2 large cloves garlic, minced
1 ½ teaspoons dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ cup finely crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
¼ cup minced green bell pepper
¼ cup minced red bell pepper
¼ cup minced red onion

Steps:

  • Slice prosciutto into strips that are 1 inch long and 1/4 inch wide.
  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil; stir in tortellini and return to a boil. Cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the tortellini float to the top and the filling is hot, about 3 minutes. Drain and cool under cold running water to stop the cooking process.
  • Mix oil, vinegar, garlic, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper together in a jar. Put the lid on the jar and shake into an emulsion.
  • Place tortellini, prosciutto, Gorgonzola cheese, bell peppers, and onion in a large bowl. Pour the vinaigrette over the top and toss lightly with 2 large spoons. Enjoy immediately or allow the flavors to meld for 3 to 4 hours in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 372.6 calories, Carbohydrate 27.6 g, Cholesterol 42 mg, Fat 24.2 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 11.6 g, SaturatedFat 7.2 g, Sodium 526.7 mg, Sugar 2 g

TORTELLINI SALAD I



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Fresh herbs and lemon juice give this cheese tortellini the refreshing flavor of summer. It is a wonderful dish for picnics. Ideas for variations: garbanzo beans, green peas, grated carrots, and/or broccoli flowerets.

Provided by OTUS.FLA

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Vegetarian Pasta Salad Recipes

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 16

16 ounces cheese-filled tortellini
1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
½ cup chopped green bell pepper
1 onion, thinly sliced
¼ cup black olives, pitted and sliced
½ cup vinegar
½ cup olive oil
1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
3 tablespoons lemon juice
salt and pepper to taste
½ teaspoon garlic powder
1 dash hot pepper sauce
½ cup crumbled feta cheese
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta in a large pot of boiling water until al dente.
  • In a jar, combine vinegar, olive oil, fresh herbs, lemon juice, garlic powder, and hot sauce. Seal, and shake until well mixed. Season to taste with salt and black pepper.
  • In a large bowl combine, tortellini, peppers, onion, and olives. Pour lemon dressing over salad, and toss to coat pasta. Cover, and chill for at least four hours. Before serving, toss in feta and Parmesan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 285.6 calories, Carbohydrate 21.5 g, Cholesterol 18.7 mg, Fat 19.2 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 8.2 g, SaturatedFat 4.8 g, Sodium 352.5 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

SPINACH AND TORTELLINI SALAD



Spinach and Tortellini Salad image

Enjoy this as an entree or a side salad on a warm summer evening. Try it with garlic breadsticks.

Provided by lvich

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Vegetarian Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (9 ounce) package cheese-filled tortellini
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
1 (2 ounce) can sliced black olives
1 (8 ounce) bottle Italian-style salad dressing

Steps:

  • In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook pasta until al dente, rinse under cold water and drain.
  • In a large bowl, combine the tortellini, spinach, cheese, tomatoes and olives. Add enough salad dressing to coat. Toss and season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 377.1 calories, Carbohydrate 33.1 g, Cholesterol 17.2 mg, Fat 23.2 g, Fiber 5.3 g, Protein 13.1 g, SaturatedFat 5.4 g, Sodium 1420.2 mg, Sugar 5.6 g

TORTELLINI & CHICKEN CAESAR SALAD



Tortellini & Chicken Caesar Salad image

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.

ITALIAN TORTELLINI-VEGETABLE SALAD



Italian Tortellini-Vegetable Salad image

Dinner ready in 25 minutes! Here's a pasta salad made with two types of tortellini and packed with veggies. Perfect if you love Italian cuisine.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 package (9 oz) refrigerated cheese-filled tortellini
1 package (9 oz) refrigerated spinach-filled tortellini
2 cups small fresh cauliflower florets
2 cups small fresh broccoli florets
1 cup oil-packed julienne-cut sun-dried tomatoes (from 6.5-oz jar), drained
1/4 cup chopped red onion
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1 medium yellow bell pepper, chopped
2 jars (6 oz each) marinated artichoke hearts, drained, coarsely chopped and reserving 1/4 cup liquid
1 bottle (8 oz) Italian dressing

Steps:

  • In large saucepan, cook and drain tortellini as directed on package, adding cauliflower and broccoli during last minute of cooking time. Rinse with cold water to cool; drain well.
  • Meanwhile, in large bowl, mix tomatoes, onion, parsley, bell pepper and artichokes.
  • Add tortellini, cauliflower and broccoli to salad; stir gently. Add dressing and reserved 1/4 cup artichoke liquid; toss to mix. Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate until serving time.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 355, Carbohydrate 27 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fat 4, Fiber 4 g, Protein 10 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 600 mg, Sugar 8 g

PESTO TORTELLINI SALAD



Pesto Tortellini Salad image

"I came up with this recipe when I tried recreating a pasta salad I had at a wedding rehearsal," says Danielle Weets of Grandview, Washington. "It's easy to make and I'm always asked to bring it to potlucks and parties."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 package (19 ounces) frozen cheese tortellini
3/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
5 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1/4 cup prepared pesto

Steps:

  • Cook tortellini according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. Place in a small bowl. Add remaining ingredients; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 376 calories, Fat 20g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 832mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 19g protein.

TORTELLINI SALAD



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A simple tortellini salad with veggies and a vinaigrette dressing. Simple, and tastes great warm or cold! I got this recipe from a former roommate, and we used to eat it pretty much weekly. This keeps well in the refrigerator, but you can eat it right away too. The feta cheese adds a nice punch, but the mozzarella makes for a more comfort-food feel; try both if you'd like! This is great as a meal in itself or as a side dish.

Provided by Barucha

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 15m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (8 ounce) package frozen cheese tortellini
1/2 white onions or 1/2 red onion
1/2 green bell pepper
1 (4 1/4 ounce) can black olives
1 -2 cup crumbled feta or 1 -2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
salt & pepper

Steps:

  • Start by defrosting/cooking the cheese tortellini in a pot of boiling water. The tortellini are ready when they float in the water and are heated through. Move them to a colander to drain, and set aside.
  • Drain and coarsely chop the black olives (you can use pre-chopped olives to save time). Peel the onion, de-seed the pepper, and coarsely chop them as well.
  • Place chopped vegetables and cheese tortellini in a large bowl. Sprinkle desired amount of cheese (feta or mozzarella) and the olive oil and red wine vinegar over the vegetables and tortellini, and then toss it all together. If you are using mozzarella cheese, it will probably melt a bit, which is fine.
  • Give the salad a taste, and add salt and pepper as desired. You may also want to add more olive oil or vinegar, depending on your preference. You can eat the salad right away, warm, or save it for later and eat it cold. The flavors will meld and (in my opinion) get better with time, so make sure you make enough for leftovers!

TORTELLINI, BROCCOLI AND BACON SALAD



Tortellini, Broccoli and Bacon Salad image

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

CHEESE TORTELLINI SALAD



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This quick and easy picnic salad mixes cheese tortellini, pepperoni, provolone cheese, olives, and artichoke hearts with Italian-style salad dressing.

Provided by DevDrew

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Tortellini Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 (250 g) packages cheese tortellini
½ pound pepperoni, chopped
½ pound provolone cheese, chopped
2 (6.5 ounce) jars marinated artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
1 (6 ounce) can sliced black olives
½ (8 ounce) bottle Italian-style salad dressing, or more to taste
1 (.7 ounce) package dry Italian salad dressing mix (such as Good Seasons®)
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a rolling boil. Cook tortellini at a boil, stirring occasionally, until the pasta floats to the top and the filling is hot, 6 to 8 minutes; drain. Rinse tortellini with cold water until completely cooled; drain and transfer to a large bowl.
  • Stir pepperoni, provolone cheese, artichoke hearts, black olives, Italian-style salad dressing, dry Italian dressing mix, and black pepper with the tortellini. Add more Italian dressing just before serving, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 641 calories, Carbohydrate 52.4 g, Cholesterol 89.9 mg, Fat 36.8 g, Fiber 4.7 g, Protein 28.3 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, Sodium 2047.5 mg, Sugar 4.9 g

TORTELLINI SALAD



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I like this recipe because you can make it ahead of time. It's the perfect size for your lunch. You can vary the dressing to suit your taste.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1-3/4 cups frozen cheese tortellini
1 small onion, chopped
1/2 cup chopped green or sweet red pepper
1 small tomato, seeded and diced
1/4 cup julienned pepper Jack cheese
1/4 cup Italian salad dressing

Steps:

  • Cook tortellini according to package directions. Drain and rinse in cold water. In a bowl, combine tortellini with all of the remaining ingredients; toss gently to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts :

CHICKEN TORTELLINI SALAD



Chicken Tortellini Salad image

This is one of the many dishes we offer at the salad bar in the restaurant where I work-it seems to disappear before our eyes!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 ounces Tortellini, cooked, drained and cooled
1 cup cubed cooked chicken
3/4 cup frozen peas, thawed
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup diced part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup Parmesan ranch salad dressing
2 tablespoons minced green onions
2 tablespoons finely chopped sweet red pepper
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredient in a large bowl. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 493 calories, Fat 36g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 67mg cholesterol, Sodium 703mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

COLD GREEK TORTELLINI SALAD



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Cold Greek tortellini salad with peppers and cucumbers.

Provided by Cindy Wilkinson Abel

Time 2h35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (16 ounce) package fresh cheese tortellini
1 ½ cups chopped grape tomatoes
1 ½ cups chopped cucumbers
1 medium green bell pepper, chopped
1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
⅓ cup chopped red onion
⅓ cup Kalamata olives
1 (4 ounce) package crumbled feta cheese
1 cup Greek salad dressing

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook tortellini in the boiling water until tender yet firm to the bite, 6 to 7 minutes. Drain well and transfer to a large bowl.
  • Add tomatoes, cucumbers, bell peppers, red onion, Kalamata olives, and feta cheese. Add salad dressing and mix thoroughly.
  • Chill in the refrigerator for 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 348.2 calories, Carbohydrate 32.5 g, Cholesterol 37.1 mg, Fat 20.6 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 10.6 g, SaturatedFat 6.3 g, Sodium 693.8 mg, Sugar 4.6 g

Tips:

  • Use a variety of tortellini. This will add flavor and texture to your salad. You can use different types of meat tortellini, cheese tortellini, or vegetable tortellini.
  • Add your favorite vegetables. Some good options include cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, cucumbers, and carrots. You can also add some greens, such as spinach or arugula.
  • Choose a flavorful dressing. A simple vinaigrette or Italian dressing is a good option. You can also use a store-bought dressing, but be sure to choose one that is not too heavy.
  • Add some crunch. This could include chopped nuts, croutons, or crispy fried onions. You can also add some fresh herbs, such as basil or parsley.
  • Serve immediately. Tortellini salad is best enjoyed fresh. If you need to make it ahead of time, store the dressing and salad separately and combine them just before serving.

Conclusion:

Tortellini salad is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to use up leftover tortellini, and it is also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. With so many different variations, there is sure to be a tortellini salad recipe that everyone will enjoy.

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