Caprese Tortellini Pasta Salad
Caprese Tortellini Pasta Salad is cheese-filled tortellini mixed with classic caprese ingredients such as tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and basil, topped with a tangy balsamic vinaigrette dressing.
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 470kcal
Ingredients
- 1 package (19 ounces) cheese tortellini, cooked according to package instructions, cooled completely
- 2 cups (298 g) cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ cup (80 g) thinly sliced red onion, about ½ an onion
- 8 ounces (226 g) mozzarella pearls
Dressing
- ¼ cup (54 g) extra virgin olive oil
- ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- fresh basil, cut in ribbons, for garnish
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine cooked and cooled tortellini, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and mozzarella pearls.
Dressing
- To a small bowl, add olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Whisk to combine.
- Pour dressing over the tortellini mixture, stirring to combine. Garnish with fresh basil.
- This salad can be enjoyed immediately but is best served after chilling in the refrigerator for about an hour.
Nutrition
Serving: 1portion | Calories: 470kcal