This is one of my favorite pasta salads. I think during the summer it’s a great idea to keep a package of these in your freezer for impromptu BBQs. It’s always a hit at our family get togethers, I guess that is why aunt Lorie always makes it.
I think this salad has the best of both worlds, a delicious pasta and lots of crunchy veggies. This is the perfect combination and topped with freshly shaved Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese is the best. Just writing this makes me want some so I guess tortellini is being put on my grocery list right now.
Tortellini Salad Recipe
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| Serves | 4-8 |
| Prep time | 2 hours, 20 minutes |
| Meal type | Salad, Side Dish |
| Misc | Pre-preparable, Serve Cold |
This tortellini salad is an awesome side dish at BBQ's. It is a staple at all of our family get togethers and everyone expects it to be there. FrenchToasty.com has lots of great side dishes and pasta salads.
Ingredients
- 9oz cheese tortellini package (i like Buitoni)
- 1/2 can black olives
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (sliced in half)
- 1 cup broccoli (chopped bite sized)
- 1/2 cup fresh Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese (shaved or shredded)
- 1 cup italian dressing (Newman's Own Family Recipe Italian Dressing is my favorite)
Optional
- 1/2 cup red onion (sliced thinly)
Directions
| Step 1 | |
| Boil water and cook tortellini according to package. Add broccoli for last minute. | |
| Step 2 | |
| Prepare, your veggies by slicing while tortellini cooks. | |
| Step 3 | |
| Drain pasta and rinse with cool water. | |
| Step 4 | |
| Mix all ingredients in bowl besides the Parmesan cheese. Chill in refrigerator until ready to serve, at least a few hours. | |
| Step 5 | |
| Give a quick toss, you can add more Italian dressing if desired. Top with Parmesan and serve. | |
With or without onions, it’s delicious, but I always make a bowl full with out so my daughter can enjoy also.
