Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of the Zesty Greek Tortellini Salad, a delightful dish that combines creamy cheese tortellini with fresh vegetables and tangy olives. This salad is perfect for warm weather gatherings, potlucks, or as a light lunch option. With its quick preparation time and simple homemade dressing, it’s sure to impress your guests while satisfying your taste buds. Enjoy the refreshing burst of Mediterranean flavors that make this salad a standout choice for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 20 ounces chilled cheese tortellini
- 1 ½ cups halved grape tomatoes
- 1 large diced cucumber
- 1 cup sliced kalamata olives
- ½ diced red onion
- ¾ cup crumbled feta cheese
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons red apple vinegar
- 1 clove garlic (finely chopped)
- ½ teaspoon oregano, dried
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini in boiling water according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and cool under cold water.
- While the pasta cooks, prepare the vegetables by dicing the cucumber, slicing the olives, and halving the tomatoes.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, vinegar, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked tortellini with prepared vegetables and feta cheese. Pour dressing over salad and toss gently.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for an hour to enhance flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (180g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 25mg