Description
A simple and tasty Caprese tortellini pasta salad with fresh ingredients and Italian flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 20 oz cheese tortellini
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella balls
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp balsamic glaze
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Cook tortellini according to package instructions. Drain and let cool.
- In a large bowl, combine tortellini, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil.
- Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic glaze.
- Sprinkle with salt and pepper, then toss gently.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- Use high-quality fresh mozzarella for best results.
- Add a splash of lemon juice for extra freshness.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Category: Salad
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 45mg