Tortellini Caprese Salad Recipe
This Tortellini Caprese Salad is a delightful and fresh twist on a classic Caprese salad. Cheese tortellini is combined with cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and basil, all tossed in a flavorful balsamic dressing. Perfect for a light and satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes (plus chilling)
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Cheese Tortellini:
- 20 oz cheese tortellini (fresh or refrigerated)
Caprese Salad:
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini or ciliegine, halved if large)
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves (chopped or torn)
Dressing:
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 small garlic clove (minced)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Cook Tortellini: Boil a large pot of salted water, cook tortellini until al dente, drain, and rinse.
- Make Dressing: Whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, mustard, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Combine Ingredients: In a bowl, mix tortellini, tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil. Toss with dressing.
- Chill: Refrigerate for 30 minutes to blend flavors before serving.
Notes
- Add grilled chicken or salami for a heartier dish.
- For extra tang, use white balsamic vinegar or lemon juice in the dressing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
