COLORFUL TORTELLINI PASTA SALAD
I get a lot of requests for this pretty and flavorful pasta salad. I like lighter dressing, so if you like more, you may want to increase the oil and vinegar. I haven't gotten any complaints about this though - only compliments! :) I use dry, tri-color tortellini, but you can use refrigerated tortellini or whatever pasta you like. I think fresh herbs and fresh parmesan cheese (not the powdered stuff in the can!) make a big difference in this recipe. I haven't tried it yet, but I think fresh broccoli would also be nice in this. This recipe makes a ton, so it is great for larger gatherings. The number of servings is a guess!
Provided by Vino Girl
Categories Onions
Time 4h45m
Yield 16 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to directions on the package.
- When making any pasta salad, I prefer to under cook it by a minute or two so that it is a bit more firm, but this is up to you.
- Rinse with cold water and drain well.
- Whisk together vinegar, olive oil, herbs, lemon juice, garlic, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and hot sauce in a medium bowl or large measuring cup.
- Combine peppers, onion, and olives in a very large bowl.
- Gently stir in tortellini.
- Pour dressing over salad and lightly toss to coat pasta and vegetables.
- Cover and refrigerate overnight or for at least four hours.
- Just before serving, sprinkle the cheeses on top.
TORTELLINI SALAD I
Fresh herbs and lemon juice give this cheese tortellini the refreshing flavor of summer. It is a wonderful dish for picnics. Ideas for variations: garbanzo beans, green peas, grated carrots, and/or broccoli flowerets.
Provided by OTUS.FLA
Categories Salad 100+ Pasta Salad Recipes Vegetarian Pasta Salad Recipes
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Cook pasta in a large pot of boiling water until al dente.
- In a jar, combine vinegar, olive oil, fresh herbs, lemon juice, garlic powder, and hot sauce. Seal, and shake until well mixed. Season to taste with salt and black pepper.
- In a large bowl combine, tortellini, peppers, onion, and olives. Pour lemon dressing over salad, and toss to coat pasta. Cover, and chill for at least four hours. Before serving, toss in feta and Parmesan.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 285.6 calories, Carbohydrate 21.5 g, Cholesterol 18.7 mg, Fat 19.2 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 8.2 g, SaturatedFat 4.8 g, Sodium 352.5 mg, Sugar 2.4 g
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