Tortellini Salad
Tortellini mixed with sun dried tomatoes, Kalamata olives, and red onions and seasoned with red wine and balsamic vinegar and served cold.
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $$
Ingredients
- 1 19 oz. package tortellini
- ½ red onion sliced thin
- 4 oz. sun dried tomatoes sliced
- 4 oz. Kalamata olives sliced
- 2 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp. red wine vinegar
- 2 tbsp. balsamic vinegar
- ½ tsp. salt
- ¼ tsp. black pepper
- ¼ tsp. garlic powder
Instructions
Preparing the Tortellini:
- Prepare the tortellini according to the package instructions. When the tortellini are done set aside for 10 minutes to cool.
Preparing the Salad:
- Once tortellini have cooled, in a large mixing bowl combine remaining ingredients and mix thoroughly to incorporate.
To Serve:
- Place tortellini salad in a large serving bowl. For best results place the salad into the refrigerator for a least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
Invent Your Recipe:
This recipe is quick and simple to prepare. The choice of seasoning and ingredients is basically endless. I have made this recipe with the addition of cheese, including asiago, sharp provolone, and mozzarella. I have also added meat before, including pepperoni, sweet dried sausage, or soppresatta. I can tell you that whichever cheese or meat you choose, the dish will taste great.
For the other ingredients I have used roasted peppers, grape tomatoes, artichokes, black olives, broccoli, carrots, and bell pepper. If you like a vegetable, try it in this cold appetizer salad.
For the dressing, extra virgin olive oil with red wine and balsamic vinegar really complements the ingredients in this version of the recipe. However, I have used store bought balsamic vinaigrette and Italian dressing before and the salad has tasted great.
Nutrition
Calories: 350kcal