Low Fat Tortellini Pasta Salad
Packed with vibrant vegetables, tender tortellini, and a zesty low-fat Italian dressing, this Low Fat Tortellini Pasta Salad is the epitome of flavor and freshness without compromising on health. Featuring wholesome ingredients like red bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and basil, this dish is perfect for summer picnics, potlucks, or a light lunch. Ready in just 25 minutes, it combines the satisfying texture of cheese tortellini with the crunch of crisp veggies, balanced by a hint of Parmesan and black olives for a Mediterranean flair. Serve it chilled to let the flavors meld beautifully, making every bite a refreshing delight. Whether you opt for a low-fat or whole wheat tortellini, this recipe offers a guilt-free indulgence that’s simple yet incredibly satisfying.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 10 oz Cheese tortellini (low-fat or whole wheat, if available)
- 1 Red bell pepper, finely diced
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 Cucumber, diced
- 0.5 Red onion, finely chopped
- 0.25 cup Fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 0.25 cup Black olives, sliced
- 2 tbsp Parmesan cheese, grated (optional)
- 0.5 cup Low-fat Italian dressing
- 0.25 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook the tortellini according to the package instructions until al dente, usually about 7-10 minutes.
While the tortellini cooks, prepare the vegetables by dicing the red bell pepper, cucumber, and red onion. Halve the cherry tomatoes and chop the fresh basil leaves.
Once the tortellini is cooked, drain it and rinse it under cold water to stop the cooking process and cool the pasta. Set aside.
In a large salad bowl, combine the cooked tortellini, red bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, black olives, and basil.
Pour the low-fat Italian dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Season the salad with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
If desired, sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top for added flavor.
Cover and refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled and enjoy your refreshing low-fat tortellini pasta salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1016 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.6 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.5 g | 48% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 65 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 3370 mg | 146% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 151.2 g | 55% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.1 g | 61% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.4 g | ||
| Protein | 36.9 g | 74% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 505 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 10.6 mg | 59% | |
| Potassium | 1345 mg | 29% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
