Description
Tortellini Caprese Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that combines the classic flavors of the beloved Caprese salad with hearty cheese tortellini. This delightful salad is perfect for summer picnics, family gatherings, or a quick weeknight meal. In just 10 minutes, you can whip up this colorful salad filled with fresh ingredients like juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy mozzarella pearls, and fragrant basil, all drizzled with a luscious balsamic glaze. Whether enjoyed as a light lunch or a side dish at your next barbecue, this Tortellini Caprese Salad is sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 20 oz cheese tortellini (uncooked)
- 10 oz cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 8 oz mozzarella pearls
- 1 cup chopped spinach
- 1/4 cup chopped basil
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 3–4 garlic cloves (minced)
- Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cool water.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked tortellini, chopped spinach, halved tomatoes, mozzarella pearls, chopped basil, and minced garlic.
- Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper; toss well to combine.
- Chill in the refrigerator until ready to serve. Toss again before serving and drizzle with balsamic glaze if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Chilling/Combining
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 21g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 20mg