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Fresh Grinder Tortellini Salad

A refreshing and vibrant salad featuring cheese tortellini, fresh vegetables, and a zesty dressing.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: main dish, Salad
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Pasta
  • 12 oz cheese tortellini fresh or refrigerated
Vegetables
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup cucumber diced
  • 1 cup bell pepper diced
  • 1/2 cup red onion finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil chopped
Dressing
  • 1/4 cup olive oil extra virgin
  • 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1/2 tsp salt to taste
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper to taste

Method
 

Cook Tortellini
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the tortellini and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
  2. Drain the tortellini in a colander and rinse under cold water to cool.
Prepare Vegetables
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, and basil.
Make Dressing
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.
Combine Salad
  1. Add the cooled tortellini to the bowl with the vegetables. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
  2. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gFiber: 3gSugar: 4g

Notes

This salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

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