Warm Tortellini Salad
Transform your pasta night with this vibrant and satisfying Warm Tortellini Salad, a crowd-pleasing dish that's perfect for weeknight dinners or casual entertaining. Featuring tender cheese-stuffed tortellini, juicy cherry tomatoes, and nutrient-packed baby spinach, this salad is brought to life with a tangy homemade balsamic vinaigrette infused with Dijon mustard and garlic. Soft sautéed red onions add a touch of sweetness, while a generous sprinkle of Parmesan cheese lends a nutty finish. Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe combines the comfort of a warm pasta dish with the freshness of a garden salad for the ultimate quick and flavorful meal. Ideal for serving up to four, it’s a wholesome, one-bowl masterpiece sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 16 ounces Cheese tortellini
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 2 cups Baby spinach
- 0.5 medium Red onion
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove Garlic
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook the tortellini according to the package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
While the tortellini is cooking, cut the cherry tomatoes in half, thinly slice the red onion, and mince the garlic.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced red onion and cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly softened.
Add the cooked tortellini to the skillet and toss gently for 1-2 minutes to warm through.
Remove the skillet from heat and add the baby spinach. Toss until the spinach is just wilted.
Transfer the warm tortellini mixture to a large serving bowl. Add the cherry tomatoes and drizzle with the prepared dressing. Toss to coat everything evenly.
Sprinkle the salad with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1658 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 75.8 g | 97% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.6 g | 118% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 167 mg | 56% | |
| Sodium | 2230 mg | 97% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 185.7 g | 68% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.4 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.8 g | ||
| Protein | 59.1 g | 118% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 838 mg | 64% | |
| Iron | 7.3 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 635 mg | 14% | |
*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.
