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Salami-Mozzarella Tortellini Pasta Salad

Salami-Mozzarella Tortellini Pasta Salad for Easy Summer Feasts

This Salami-Mozzarella Tortellini Pasta Salad offers a fresh yet filling dish, perfect for summer feasts.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 1 pack Tortellini Fresh, frozen, or dried
For the Salad Mix
  • 6 ounces Salami Diced
  • 8 ounces Mozzarella Cheese Cubed, fresh or low-moisture
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Halved
  • 1 medium Cucumber Diced
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper Diced
  • 1/4 medium Red Onion Finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup Olives Sliced, optional
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Italian Dressing Homemade or store-bought
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For Garnish
  • a few Fresh Basil Leaves Optional

Equipment

  • large pot
  • mixing bowl
  • Colander
  • spatula

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the tortellini and cook according to the package instructions, until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced salami, cubed mozzarella, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, diced red bell pepper, and finely chopped red onion. Add olives if using.
  3. Add the cooled tortellini to the bowl and drizzle Italian dressing over the salad. Gently toss to mix.
  4. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cover and refrigerate for at least 10 minutes.
  5. Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1portionCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, chill the salad before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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