Description
Pesto Tortellini Salad is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines tender tortellini with fresh vegetables and zesty basil pesto. Perfect for summer picnics or quick weeknight dinners, this salad bursts with color and taste, making it a delightful addition to any meal. It’s easy to prepare and can be customized based on your favorite ingredients, ensuring that every bite is a refreshing experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cheese tortellini
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- ½ cup fresh basil pesto
- ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, shredded
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini in boiling salted water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and let cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooled tortellini, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and basil pesto. Gently toss until well mixed.
- Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Toss again lightly.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature, garnished with Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg