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Easy Tortellini Pasta Salad

A refreshing and satisfying pasta salad featuring tender tortellini, crisp vegetables, and a zesty dressing, perfect for gatherings or cozy nights at home.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Salad
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 12 oz cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen) Use fresh for best flavor.
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup cucumbers, diced
  • 1 cup bell peppers, diced Any color you prefer.
  • ½ cup black olives, sliced Optional.
  • ½ cup mozzarella cheese, cubed
  • ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
  • ½ cup Italian dressing Ensure it’s Halal-compliant.
  • Salt and pepper To taste.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large pot, bring salted water to a rolling boil. Add the cheese tortellini and cook according to package instructions, usually about 3-5 minutes for fresh and 8-10 for frozen. Once cooked, drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
  2. While the tortellini cooks, wash and chop the vegetables. Make sure the cherry tomatoes are halved, cucumbers diced, and bell peppers chopped to your desired size.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked tortellini, chopped veggies, olives, mozzarella cheese, and red onion.
  4. Pour the Italian dressing over the salad. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Toss everything together gently until coated evenly.
  5. For the best flavor, let the salad chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving. This allows the ingredients to mingle and flavor to deepen.

Notes

Feel free to substitute vegetables based on your preference. Make it a day or two in advance to let the flavors intensify. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.