TORTELLINI WITH BASIL PESTO, CHERRY TOMATOES, AND MOZZARELLA

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Make and share this Tortellini With Basil Pesto, Cherry Tomatoes, and Mozzarella recipe from Food.com.

Provided by braunj22

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups uncooked cheese tortellini
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons basil pesto
1 tablespoon thinly sliced red onion
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup olive oil, plus
1 tablespoon olive oil, divided
1/4 cup halved fresh mozzarella ball

Steps:

  • Cook tortellini according to package directions drain and transfer to bowl.
  • If you're planning to layer your salad in a Mason jar, mix in oil to keep tortellini from sticking together.
  • To layer salad, start with pesto and then add onion, tomatoes, mozzarella, and tortellini. Or, simply mix remaining ingredients with tortellini in bowl.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 213, Fat 22, SaturatedFat 3.8, Cholesterol 5.5, Sodium 48, Carbohydrate 2.9, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 1.2, Protein 2.4

joker Gamer
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit. I love the simplicity of the ingredients and the fact that it's so quick and easy to make.


Herman Trip
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover tortellini. I also added some grilled chicken and it was delicious.


Will Lima
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I'm not a huge fan of pesto, but I really enjoyed this dish. The pesto was flavorful but not overpowering, and the cherry tomatoes and mozzarella added a nice balance.


THEO OLIVIER
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This dish is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can use any kind of tortellini I have on hand.


Plotter Lyta
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I love the combination of flavors and textures in this dish. The tortellini is soft and chewy, the pesto is creamy and flavorful, and the cherry tomatoes and mozzarella add a nice pop of color and flavor.


Recho
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover pesto. I also added some grilled chicken and it was delicious.


Paul Calvin
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I'm always looking for new and easy recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. It's simple to make and it's always a hit with my family.


William Menendez
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This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the cherry tomatoes and mozzarella.


Iok Oki
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I love this recipe because it's so versatile. I've used different types of tortellini, pesto, and cherry tomatoes, and it's always delicious.


Opeyemi Sakirat
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This dish is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Diamond Andrews
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit. I love the simplicity of the ingredients and the fact that it's so quick and easy to make.


Denise Rain Lacasandile
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover tortellini. I also added some grilled chicken and it was delicious.


RAjan MagR
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I'm not a huge fan of pesto, but I really enjoyed this dish. The pesto was flavorful but not overpowering, and the cherry tomatoes and mozzarella added a nice balance.


Eren Jaeger
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This dish is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can use any kind of tortellini I have on hand.


West Mthimude
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I made this for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. I will definitely be making it again.


Asha Khadka
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This recipe is a keeper! I love the combination of flavors and textures. The tortellini is soft and chewy, the pesto is creamy and flavorful, and the cherry tomatoes and mozzarella add a nice pop of color and flavor.


Christian Alset
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The tortellini was cooked al dente and the pesto was smooth and flavorful. I added a little extra Parmesan cheese on top and it was delicious.


Jayden Thach
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This tortellini dish was a hit with my family! The pesto was flavorful and creamy, and the cherry tomatoes and mozzarella added a nice pop of color and flavor. I will definitely be making this again.