Description
This Tortellini Caprese Salad is a delightful fusion of flavors, combining cheese-filled tortellini with juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy fresh mozzarella, and fragrant basil, all tossed in a tangy balsamic vinaigrette. It’s a perfect dish for a light summer meal or a flavorful side dish at any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Tortellini Caprese Salad:
- 20 oz cheese tortellini, cooked and cooled
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini or ciliegine), halved
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped or torn
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Tortellini: Cook the tortellini according to the package instructions, then drain and rinse under cold water to cool completely.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the cooked tortellini, halved cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls, and basil.
- Add Dressing: Drizzle with olive oil and red wine vinegar, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Toss gently until everything is well coated.
- Chill and Serve: Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving for best flavor. Just before serving, drizzle with balsamic glaze and give a final toss.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the mozzarella balls in olive oil and herbs for a few hours beforehand.
- You can also add grilled chicken or salami for a heartier salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiled, Tossed
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 17 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg
