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Best Grinder Tortellini Salad

A colorful and refreshing salad featuring tortellini, fresh vegetables, and Italian dressing, perfect for summer gatherings and potlucks.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Dressing
  • 1 package tortellini You can find tortellini in various flavors.
  • 1/2 cup Italian dressing For extra flavor, try garlic or balsamic vinaigrette.
Fresh Vegetables
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup cucumber, diced
  • 1/2 cup black olives, sliced Can be swapped for green olives or omitted.
  • 1/2 cup bell pepper, diced
  • 1/2 cup red onion, diced
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
  • Fresh basil for garnish

Method
 

Cooking the Tortellini
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the tortellini and cook according to package instructions, usually about 5-7 minutes, until they float to the surface.
  2. Drain the tortellini in a colander and let them cool completely.
Mixing Ingredients
  1. In a large bowl, combine the cooled tortellini with the cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, sliced black olives, bell pepper, and diced red onion.
  2. Add the Italian dressing and toss gently to coat all ingredients.
Finishing Touches
  1. Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese and add salt and pepper to taste. Mix gently to avoid breaking the tortellini.
  2. Top with fresh basil leaves and cover the bowl. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

This salad is best served chilled, but mild room temperature can work if short on time. Make ahead and keep in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days.