Description
BLT Tortellini Salad is a vibrant and refreshing twist on the classic sandwich, perfect for summer gatherings. This delightful dish features cheese-filled tortellini, crispy turkey bacon, fresh tomatoes, and creamy avocado, all tossed in a rich dressing. It’s versatile enough to serve as a main course or a colorful side at barbecues, picnics, and potlucks. With its combination of textures and flavors, this salad is sure to impress your guests while providing a satisfying meal option that’s both quick and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound cheese-filled tortellini
- 1/2 pound turkey bacon
- 3 cups Romaine lettuce (chopped)
- 1 1/2 cups grape tomatoes (halved)
- 1 avocado (diced)
- 1/4 red onion (thinly sliced)
- 3 tablespoons flat Italian parsley (chopped)
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (or mayonnaise)
- 1/2 cup milk
- 3 tablespoons ranch seasoning mix
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini according to package instructions in boiling salted water until al dente. Drain and chill in ice water.
- Cook the turkey bacon in a skillet until crispy, then chop into small pieces.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt (or mayonnaise), milk, and ranch seasoning until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine the chilled tortellini, turkey bacon, lettuce, tomatoes, avocado, onion, and parsley. Drizzle with dressing and toss to coat evenly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling, Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 35mg