Transform your summer dining with this vibrant Tortellini Salad with Fresh Herb Tomato Vinaigrette, a colorful medley of fresh ingredients and bold flavors. Tender cheese tortellini forms the hearty base, complemented by juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and tangy red onion. The real highlight is the homemade vinaigrette, a zesty blend of fresh basil, parsley, garlic, and red wine vinegar, delivering a fragrant, herbaceous kick with every bite. Finished with a sprinkle of grated Parmesan, this easy-to-make salad is perfect for picnics, barbecues, or a refreshing weeknight side dish. Serve it chilled for a cool, flavor-packed dish thatβs sure to impress. Ready in just 25 minutes, itβs a fast and delicious way to enjoy summerβs best ingredients!
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the cheese tortellini according to package directions. Once cooked, drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process, then set aside to cool completely.
While the tortellini cools, halve the cherry tomatoes and thinly slice the cucumber and red onion. Set aside.
In a food processor or blender, combine the fresh basil, parsley, olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth to create the fresh herb tomato vinaigrette.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked tortellini, cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, and red onion.
Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and gently toss to coat all ingredients evenly.
Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the top for added flavor.
Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled and enjoy your Tortellini Salad with Fresh Herb Tomato Vinaigrette!
Calories |
1801 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 89.5 g | 115% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.5 g | 127% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 165 mg | 55% | |
| Sodium | 2391 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 192.9 g | 70% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.1 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.8 g | ||
| Protein | 61.5 g | 123% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 910 mg | 70% | |
| Iron | 10.2 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 1594 mg | 34% | |
*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.