Description
A delightful Tortellini Caprese Salad that combines cheese-filled tortellini with cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and basil, all dressed in a flavorful balsamic vinaigrette. Perfect for a summer side dish or light meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Tortellini:
- 1 (20-ounce) package cheese tortellini, refrigerated or frozen
Salad:
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini or ciliegine), halved
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped or torn
Dressing:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the Tortellini: Prepare the tortellini according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
- Assemble Salad: In a large bowl, combine tortellini, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil.
- Make Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Toss and Chill: Pour the dressing over the salad, toss gently to coat. Chill for 15-30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Add grilled chicken or balsamic glaze for variety
- Best served chilled or at room temperature
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
