Pesto Tortellini Pasta Salad
This Pesto Tortellini Pasta Salad recipe is the packed with juicy tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and bold salami. It’s a favorite for potlucks, picnics, easy weeknight dinners, and make ahead lunches.
Servings: 8 people
Calories: 461kcal
Cost: $8
Ingredients
- 20 ounce cheese tortellini
- 1 cup pesto
- 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes halved
- 8 ounces mozzarella pearls drained
- ¼ cup diced red onion
- 1 cup Salami Cubes
- ¼ cup Pine Nuts Optional
Instructions
- Note: This recipe size is perfect for picnics or gatherings. For a side dish, divide the recipe ingredient quantities by half, which makes about 4 good sized servings.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Add 20 ounce cheese tortellini and cook tortellini according to package instructions. Do not overcook! Rinse immediately under cold water and set aside in a large mixing bowl or serving dish. It doesn't have to be completely cold to serve.
- To the bowl, stir in in 1 cup pesto, 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes, 8 ounces mozzarella pearls, ¼ cup diced red onion1 cup Salami Cubes. Toss well to coat. Sprinkle with ¼ cup Pine Nuts, if desired. Taste test and add pepper and salt if you like.
- Serve immediately or cover and place in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Serving: 2cups | Calories: 461kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 48mg | Sodium: 860mg | Potassium: 108mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 762IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 257mg | Iron: 2mg
