Rosemary Tortellini Pasta Salad Recipes

TORTELLINI PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook pasta until al dente, rinse under cold water and drain.
• In a large bowl, combine the pasta, oil and salad dressing mix; toss together. Add vegetables and cheese; mix well, cover and refrigerate over night.

ROSEMARY TORTELLINI PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Cook tortellini according to package directions; rinse and drain.
• While tortellini cooks, cut tomatoes, rosemary, and onion; set aside.
• Combine balsamic vinegar, salt, sugar, pepper, and olive oil in small bowl; whisk to emulsify.
• Toss pasta, tomato/rosemary/onion, and vinegar mixture in large bowl.
• Cover and chill for at least two hours before serving.

COLORFUL TORTELLINI PASTA SALAD

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.