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Easy Delicious Tortellini Pasta Salad

This quick and vibrant tortellini pasta salad comes together in minutes with fresh vegetables, herbs, and Italian dressing. Perfect for weeknight dinners, potlucks, or meal prep, it's a crowd-pleasing dish that can be customized with your favorite ingredients.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 package (20 oz) cheese tortellini
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup cucumber, diced
  • 1/2 cup black olives, sliced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup bell peppers, diced (any color)
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/2 cup Italian dressing
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Cook the tortellini according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process.
  2. While the tortellini cooks, prepare all your vegetables. Chop the tomatoes, cucumber, olives, onion, and bell peppers into bite-sized pieces.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled tortellini with all the chopped vegetables.
  4. Add the fresh basil and parsley to the bowl, then pour in the Italian dressing. Toss everything together until well coated.
  5. Season with salt and pepper to taste, then sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Give it one final gentle toss.
  6. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Notes

Make this salad a few hours ahead for best flavor development. Add grilled chicken or chickpeas for extra protein. The salad keeps fresh for 3-4 days in the refrigerator.