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Tortellini Pasta Salad with Pesto

Refreshing Tortellini Pasta Salad with Pesto for Summer Bliss

Enjoy a quick and versatile Tortellini Pasta Salad with Pesto, perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 12 oz Cheese Tortellini Feel free to substitute with your favorite pasta.
  • 1 cup Pesto Sauce Use homemade or store-bought to save time.
  • 5 oz Genoa Salami Omit for a vegetarian-friendly version if desired.
  • 14 oz Canned Artichoke Hearts Convenient and enhances the salad's taste.
  • 0.5 cup Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese Freshly grated on top.
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers Bring crunch and freshness; swap as desired.
  • 1 cup Cooked Chicken Optional for extra protein.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Colander
  • mixing bowl
  • Grater
  • Plastic wrap

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the tortellini and cook according to package instructions, usually around 3–5 minutes. Drain and let cool.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled tortellini with the pesto sauce, Genoa salami, artichoke hearts, and diced bell peppers. Toss until well-coated.
  3. Grate a generous amount of Parmigiano Reggiano over the salad mixture and fold in evenly.
  4. Cover and place in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to 1 hour.
  5. Remove from the fridge, toss gently, and serve. Top with additional grated cheese if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best flavor, enjoy the salad chilled and consider adding fresh ingredients right before serving for added crunch.

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