Italian Pasta Salad Recipe with Cheese Tortellini
Embark on a delightful culinary journey with this Italian Pasta Salad Recipe featuring three cheese tortellini. Bursting with vibrant flavors and textures, this salad is an ideal choice for summer gatherings, potlucks, or even as a refreshing weeknight meal. The creamy tortellini mingles beautifully with zesty turkey pepperoni, juicy cherry tomatoes, briny olives, and tangy banana peppers, creating a harmonious medley that will leave your taste buds dancing. Best of all, this dish is easy to prepare and can be made ahead of time, allowing the flavors to meld together perfectly. Serve it chilled for an irresistible dish that celebrates the essence of Italian cuisine!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 20 ounces Three Cheese Tortellini
- 10 ounces Turkey Pepperoni
- 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes, halved
- 6 ounces Whole Medium Black Olives, pitted
- 1 cup Banana Pepper Rings
- 2 cups Italian Dressing (bottled)
- 5 ounces Shredded Parmesan Cheese
Instructions
- Cook the three cheese tortellini in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions (3-5 minutes) until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooled tortellini with turkey pepperoni, cherry tomatoes, black olives, and banana pepper rings.
- Pour in the Italian dressing and gently fold everything together until well mixed.
- Sprinkle shredded Parmesan cheese over the top and give it one last gentle stir.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg