Description
A refreshing summer salad featuring cheese tortellini, fresh vegetables, and a flavorful pesto dressing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces cheese tortellini
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup mozzarella balls, halved
- 1/4 cup pesto sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook the cheese tortellini according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooled tortellini, cherry tomatoes, spinach, and mozzarella balls.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the pesto sauce, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the pesto mixture over the tortellini salad and toss gently to combine.
- Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese on top and serve immediately, or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving for enhanced flavors.
Notes
- For added protein, consider adding grilled chicken or chickpeas to the salad.
- Substitute the pesto with a homemade version using basil, garlic, nuts, and olive oil for a fresher taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling and Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg