Description
This Salami Mozzarella Tortellini Pasta Salad combines cheese-filled tortellini, savory salami, fresh vegetables, and mozzarella cheese, all tossed in a tangy Italian dressing. It’s a hearty and flavorful dish perfect for potlucks, picnics, or a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound cheese tortellini
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup fresh spinach leaves
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, cubed or mini balls
- 1 cup salami, sliced into thin strips
- 1/2 cup black olives, sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1/2 cup Italian dressing
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the cheese tortellini according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled tortellini, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, spinach, mozzarella, salami, black olives, and basil.
- Pour the Italian dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to combine.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, omit the salami and add extra vegetables or a plant-based protein.
- Feel free to customize the vegetables based on your preferences or what you have on hand.
- This salad can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Stir the salad before serving if it has been refrigerated for an extended period.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Salami Mozzarella Tortellini Pasta Salad, Tortellini Pasta Salad Recipe, Italian Pasta Salad