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

whymeh
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This is the best tortellini salad I've ever had. I will definitely be making it again.


Saley Sulemana
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I love how this tortellini salad is packed with flavor. It's the perfect summer dish.


Vimsen Adhikari
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This tortellini salad is a delicious and easy way to enjoy tortellini.


Tshepo Rikhotso
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I've made this tortellini salad for potlucks and picnics, and it's always a big hit. It's a great make-ahead dish, too.


Maureen Khatri
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This tortellini salad is one of my favorite summer recipes. It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my friends and family.


Kamla Rampragass
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I'm always looking for new tortellini salad recipes, and this one is a keeper.


Medi Ayo
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Yubraj Chapagain
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I love that this salad can be made ahead of time. It's perfect for busy weeknights.


Riyado Hadii
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This tortellini salad is the perfect summer dish. It's light, refreshing, and packed with flavor.


Kutsuki
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I can't wait to try this salad. It looks so delicious.


Binadash Mgr
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover tortellini.


Junior Samuel
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I followed the recipe exactly and the salad turned out perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Splurge
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The tortellini salad was a delicious and refreshing change from the usual summer salads.


Lynne Mapesa
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This salad is so easy to make, even for a beginner cook.


book
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I love how versatile this salad is. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your own taste.


MD Yasin Arfat
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This tortellini salad is my new go-to summer dish. It's light and refreshing, and it's perfect for picnics and barbecues.


Myah Jackson
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


Ismail Dawlatzai
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This tortellini salad was a hit at my last potluck! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures.