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Salami-Mozzarella Tortellini Pasta Salad

Salami-Mozzarella Tortellini Pasta Salad: Easy and Delicious Delight

A flavorful Salami-Mozzarella Tortellini Pasta Salad that's easy to make and perfect for gatherings or meal prep.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 package tortellini fresh or frozen
  • 6 oz salami Genoa or pepperoni
  • 8 oz mozzarella cheese fresh or low-moisture
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes
  • 1 cup cucumber
  • 1 medium red bell pepper
  • 1 small red onion finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup olives optional
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Italian dressing
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
For Garnish
  • a few fresh basil leaves optional

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Colander
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • Plastic wrap

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Start by bringing a large pot of salted water to a vigorous boil over high heat. Add your tortellini and cook according to the package directions, about 5-10 minutes.
  2. Once the tortellini is cooked, carefully drain it in a colander and rinse under cold water to cool it down.
  3. Chop the salami, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, and red onion into bite-sized pieces, and place them in a large mixing bowl.
  4. Gently fold the cooled tortellini into the mixing bowl, then drizzle the Italian dressing over the mixture and toss gently.
  5. Taste the salad, and adjust the seasonings with salt and pepper as needed.
  6. Cover with plastic wrap or transfer to an airtight container, and chill in the refrigerator for 10 minutes.
  7. Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 12gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Chill the salad for optimal flavor mingling. Adjust the dressing to taste for creaminess or zest.

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