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Easy Greek Tortellini Pasta Salad - Fresh Mediterranean Flavors

This vibrant Greek tortellini pasta salad combines cheese-filled tortellini with fresh Mediterranean ingredients like feta cheese, kalamata olives, and crisp vegetables. Perfect for summer gatherings or quick weeknight dinners, it comes together in just 20 minutes and delivers restaurant-quality results with bright, zesty flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 package (20 oz) cheese tortellini
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 English cucumber, diced
  • 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup kalamata olives, pitted and halved
  • 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
  • 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 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 and cool completely.
  2. While the tortellini cools, prepare the vegetables. Halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the cucumber, thinly slice the red onion, and halve the kalamata olives.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled tortellini, tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and olives. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
  5. Add the crumbled feta cheese, fresh parsley, and dill. Toss gently once more to distribute the herbs and cheese evenly.
  6. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together. This salad tastes even better the next day!

Notes

Be careful not to overcook the tortellini - they should be al dente. Rinsing with cold water prevents mushiness. The salad benefits from resting time and tastes better when made ahead. Can be customized with artichoke hearts, roasted red peppers, or chickpeas.