Fresh Basil Tortellini Salad
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 6
Description:
This delightful pasta salad features cheese tortellini tossed with fresh basil and other flavorful ingredients. It’s perfect for a quick lunch or a refreshing snack. Be sure to plan ahead as it benefits from chilling for a couple of hours to enhance the blend of flavors.
Recipe Details:
- Category: Lunch/Snacks
- Keywords: European, Potluck, Spring, Summer, < 30 Mins, Refrigerator, Easy
- Rating: 5 (based on 30 reviews)
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 356.5
- Total Fat: 17.7g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5g
- Cholesterol: 32.5mg
- Sodium: 489mg
- Carbohydrates: 38.6g
- Fiber: 1.8g
- Sugar: 2.9g
- Protein: 10.8g
Ingredients:
- 1 package cheese tortellini
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated, plus extra for serving
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 green onion, thinly sliced
- 1 carrot, grated
Instructions:
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Cook tortellini: Cook the cheese tortellini according to the package instructions.
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Cool and rinse: Drain the cooked tortellini and rinse it under cold water to stop the cooking process and cool it down.
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Prepare dressing: In a medium bowl, combine olive oil, fresh basil, grated parmesan cheese, black pepper, sliced green onion, and grated carrot.
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Combine: Add the cooled tortellini to the bowl with the dressing. Toss gently until the tortellini is well coated with the dressing mixture.
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Chill: Cover the salad and refrigerate it for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld together.
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Serve: Before serving, toss the salad again to redistribute the dressing. Garnish with additional grated parmesan cheese if desired.
This Fresh Basil Tortellini Salad is not only quick and easy to prepare but also bursting with fresh flavors, making it a perfect addition to any potluck or summer gathering. Enjoy the vibrant taste of basil paired with the creamy texture of cheese tortellini in every bite!
