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Italian Tortellini Pasta Salad with creamy sauce, golden edges, fresh herbs in white dish

Italian Tortellini Pasta Salad

A refreshing and flavorful salad featuring cheese-filled tortellini, mixed with juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumber, and a zesty Italian dressing, perfect for a light and satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 23 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 12 oz cheese-filled tortellini
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 large cucumber sliced
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives pitted
  • 1/2 cup crumbled fresh mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
  • 2 tbsp Italian dressing
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the tortellini according to package instructions until al dente.
  2. Drain the tortellini and set aside to cool.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the cooled tortellini, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, olives, and mozzarella cheese.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together the Italian dressing and dried oregano.
  5. Pour the dressing over the tortellini mixture and toss to combine.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste, then stir in the chopped parsley and basil.
  7. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  8. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Notes

You can customize this recipe to your taste by adding other ingredients such as grilled chicken, bell peppers, or artichoke hearts. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.