Easy Tortellini Pasta Salad Recipe
This Easy Tortellini Salad Recipe is a bright and flavorful pasta salad loaded with cheese tortellini, fresh vegetables, and a tasty Italian dressing. Ready in under 20 minutes, it’s the perfect side dish for BBQs, summer gatherings, and weeknight dinners.
Servings: 12
Ingredients
- 2 pounds refrigerated cheese tortellini
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes halved
- 2 medium cucumber peeled and chopped
- 12 ounces black olives, 2 (6-ounce) jars
- 16 ounces Feta cheese
- 1 cup Homemade Italian Dressing or store-bought
- chopped fresh oregano for garnish if desired
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini pasta according to package instructions. Drain well and transfer to a large bowl. Add the tomatoes, cucumber, black olives, and feta cheese to the tortellini. Pour in the Italian dressing and stir until well-combined. Top with fresh oregano if desired. Serve immediately or cover with wrap and store in the refrigerator for up to five days.
Notes
Storage Instructions
- Store: Refrigerate in an airtight container up to 4-5 days.
- Do Not Freeze: Pasta and fresh veggies do not freeze well in this salad.
- Make-Ahead Tip: Prepare up to 24 hours in advance for best flavor.
Nutrition
Calories: 257kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 19mg | Sodium: 796mg | Potassium: 204mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 335IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 133mg | Iron: 1mg