Description
Summertime Tortellini Pasta Salad With Vegetables is a delightful and colorful dish that brings the essence of summer to your table. This refreshing salad features tender tortellini combined with a vibrant mix of fresh vegetables, creating a satisfying meal perfect for picnics, barbecues, or quick lunches. Tossed in a creamy ranch dressing, this dish is not only visually appealing but also packed with flavor. Whether served as a main course or side dish, it’s sure to become a family favorite. Enjoy this easy-to-make salad that can be prepared in just 15 minutes and chilled for enhanced flavors!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8–9 oz package tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 1 medium zucchini, thinly sliced
- 1 large carrot, peeled and diced
- 1 pint grape tomatoes, halved
- 5 green/spring onions, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley leaves, diced
- 3/4 cup creamy ranch dressing
- 2–3 tbsp shredded Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini according to package instructions in boiling salted water until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- Prepare the vegetables: slice the zucchini, dice the carrot, halve the grape tomatoes, and slice the green onions.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled tortellini and prepared vegetables.
- Pour creamy ranch dressing over the salad and sprinkle with shredded Parmesan cheese. Gently toss to combine.
- Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving for optimal flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling/Tossing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg