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Tortellini Pasta Salad

Tortellini Pasta Salad
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Tortellini Pasta Salad is a vibrant and delicious dish perfect for gatherings or quick weeknight dinners. Bursting with flavor from cheese tortellini, fresh vegetables, and a zesty homemade dressing, this salad is not only easy to prepare but also gets better as it sits, allowing the ingredients to meld beautifully. The combination of colorful veggies like cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, and spinach brings both nutrition and crunch to each bite. Customize it with your favorite proteins or cheese to make it your own! This Tortellini Pasta Salad is sure to impress family and friends.

Ingredients

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  • 20 oz refrigerated cheese tortellini
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cucumber, peeled and chopped
  • 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup pitted kalamata olives, chopped
  • 1 cup fresh mozzarella balls
  • 1/2 cup chopped turkey slices or turkey pepperoni
  • 2 cups baby spinach or arugula
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp honey
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the tortellini according to package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. In a jar, combine olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Shake until emulsified.
  3. In a large bowl, toss the cooled tortellini with half of the dressing. Add in cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, mozzarella balls, turkey slices (or protein of choice), spinach (or arugula), and basil. Pour over remaining dressing and mix gently.
  4. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

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