Description
Roasted Red Pepper and Parmesan Tortellini Salad is a vibrant, flavorful dish that’s perfect for any gathering. This delightful salad features tender tortellini combined with the rich taste of roasted red peppers, creamy mozzarella, and savory mini pepperoni. Each bite bursts with freshness from cherry tomatoes and aromatic basil, making it an eye-catching centerpiece for your table. Ideal for summer barbecues, picnics, or as a satisfying side dish, this salad is not only easy to prepare but also tastes even better after chilling in the fridge. Whip it up ahead of time and serve it cold for a refreshing treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb refrigerated tortellini
- 8 oz mozzarella cheese
- 4 oz mini pepperoni
- 4 oz sliced black olives
- ½ pint cherry tomatoes
- 2 jarred roasted red peppers
- Fresh basil
Instructions
- Boil water in a large pot and cook the tortellini according to package directions until al dente. Drain and let cool.
- In a medium bowl, combine mini pepperoni, black olives, cubed mozzarella, halved cherry tomatoes, and diced roasted red peppers.
- Gently fold in the cooled tortellini.
- In another bowl, whisk together reserved roasted red pepper oil, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, red wine vinegar, and parmesan cheese.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and stir to coat evenly. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving; garnish with fresh basil.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing/Chilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approx. 180g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 30mg