Caprese Tortellini Pasta Salad
This Caprese Tortellini Pasta Salad has all the classic flavors with cheesy tortellini, tomatoes, and mozzarella cheese then topped with a basil vinaigrette dressing. A delicious side dish for any weeknight dinner or cookout.
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Servings: 8
Calories: 324kcal
Ingredients
- 19 ounces cheese tortellini frozen or refrigerated
- 10 ounces grape or cherry tomatoes sliced in half
- 8 ounces mozzarella pearls
- 1/4 cup fresh basil thinly sliced
Dressing
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a large pot of water, cook tortellini according to the package until al dente. Drain, rinse with cold water, and place in a large bowl.
- Add the tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil.
- In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, Italian seasoning, and salt.
- Pour dressing over pasta and toss until evenly covered. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
Storage: Store any leftovers in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
* Cook times and nutritional values are estimates due to variations in cookware and ingredient brands.
Nutrition
Serving: 8g | Calories: 324kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 14.8g | Saturated Fat: 5.6g | Cholesterol: 45mg | Sodium: 1467mg | Potassium: 472mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Calcium: 295mg | Iron: 2mg
