Italian Tortellini Pasta Salad

Servings

4 servings

Total Time

20 minutes

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Ingredients

Pasta

• 400 g cheese tortellini

Protein

• 120 g salami, sliced

• 150 g mini mozzarella balls

Vegetables

• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

• 1 cup baby spinach

• ½ cup black olives, sliced

• ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced (optional)

Dressing

• 4 tbsp olive oil

• 2 tbsp red wine vinegar

• 1 tsp Dijon mustard

• 1 tsp Italian seasoning

• ½ tsp salt

• ½ tsp black pepper

• 1 clove garlic, minced

Optional Garnish

• grated parmesan cheese

• fresh basil

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Instructions

1. Cook the Tortellini

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

Cook tortellini according to package instructions (usually 3–5 minutes).

Drain and rinse with cold water to cool.

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2. Prepare the Dressing

In a small bowl whisk together:

• olive oil

• red wine vinegar

• Dijon mustard

• Italian seasoning

• garlic

• salt and pepper

Mix until emulsified.

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3. Assemble the Salad

In a large bowl combine:

• cooked tortellini

• salami

• mozzarella balls

• cherry tomatoes

• spinach

• olives

• red onion

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4. Add Dressing

Pour dressing over the salad.

Gently toss until everything is evenly coated.

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5. Chill and Serve

Refrigerate for 15–30 minutes before serving for the best flavor.

Top with:

• parmesan cheese

• fresh basil

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✅ Flavor profile

• savory and slightly tangy

• creamy mozzarella

• salty olives and salami

• fresh herbs and vegetables

Perfect for:

• summer meals

• quick lunches

• potluck dishes

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