Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Italian Grinder Tortellini Pasta Salad, a vibrant and satisfying dish that brings together cheese tortellini, savory Italian meats, and a creamy dressing. This salad is perfect for any occasion, from picnics to potlucks, and offers a refreshing twist on traditional pasta salads. With its quick preparation time, customizable ingredients, and ability to be made ahead of time, this pasta salad is not just delicious but also practical. Whether served as a main dish or a crowd-pleasing side, it’s sure to impress your guests with its hearty ingredients and rich flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- ¾ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- 19 ounces cooked cheese tortellini
- â…“ cup pepperoncini, chopped
- â…“ cup grated parmesan cheese
- ½ medium red onion, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup sliced pepperoni, chopped
- 1 cup sliced salami, chopped
- 1 cup deli ham, chopped
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, garlic powder, black pepper, dried oregano, red pepper flakes, and kosher salt until smooth.
- Add the cooked cheese tortellini to the dressing and toss gently to coat.
- Fold in pepperoncini, parmesan cheese, red onion, cherry tomatoes, pepperoni, salami, and deli ham until well combined.
- Cover with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least one hour to let flavors meld.
- Before serving, stir to refresh the dressing and enjoy cold.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 910mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 35mg