Description
Greek Tortellini Pasta Salad is a vibrant, refreshing dish that perfectly blends the rich flavors of Mediterranean ingredients. This hassle-free recipe brings together tender cheese tortellini, crisp vegetables, and a zesty homemade dressing. Ideal for picnics, barbecues, or as a light lunch option, this salad bursts with color and flavor in every bite. Not only is it quick to prepare, but it also allows for endless customization with your favorite veggies and proteins. Chill it before serving to enhance the taste, making it a family favorite any time of year!
Ingredients
Scale
- 20 ounces fresh cheese tortellini
- 1 ½ cups cherry tomatoes
- 1 ½ cups cucumbers
- 1 cup canned artichoke hearts
- 1 cup olives
- ½ red onion
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- ½ cup olive oil
- ⅓ cup red apple vinegar
- 3–4 tablespoons white sugar
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 3 teaspoons minced garlic
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 2 teaspoons dried basil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Pinch of red pepper (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini according to package directions until al dente; drain and let cool.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red apple vinegar, sugar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, oregano, basil, salt, and lemon juice.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked tortellini with cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, artichokes, olives, red onion, and half of the feta cheese.
- Pour the dressing over the mixture and toss gently until well combined.
- Top with remaining feta and chopped dill; cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling and Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg