Ingredients
– 12 ounces cheese tortellini
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1 cup fresh spinach, roughly chopped
– ½ cup mozzarella balls, halved
– ¼ cup black olives, sliced
– ½ cup fresh basil pesto (store-bought or homemade)
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Grated Parmesan cheese, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Creating Tortellini Pasta Salad With Pesto is straightforward. Follow these steps to achieve the perfect dish:
1. Cook Tortellini: In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add tortellini and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
2. Prepare Vegetables: While the tortellini is cooking, prepare the vegetables. Halve the cherry tomatoes, chop the spinach, and slice the olives.
3. Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked tortellini, cherry tomatoes, spinach, mozzarella balls, and black olives.
4. Add Pesto: Drizzle the pesto over the pasta salad, mixing gently to coat everything evenly. Add olive oil, salt, and pepper to taste.
5. Chill: For the best flavor, cover the salad and let it chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. This allows the flavors to meld beautifully.
6. Serve: Before serving, toss the salad gently again. Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.
These easy steps will guide you in creating this incredible salad effortlessly, ensuring that you achieve a delightful dish every time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Fat: 18g
- Protein: 12g