Caprese Tortellini Pasta Salad with Pesto: Fresh & Flavorful Delight
A vibrant and delicious Caprese Tortellini Pasta Salad tossed in homemade pesto, perfect for any gathering!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces tortellini
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella balls
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1/2 cup pesto
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine the halved cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls, and chopped basil.
- Add the cooked tortellini to the bowl.
- Drizzle with pesto and olive oil, then toss gently to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately or chill before serving.
Notes
- This salad can be served immediately or made ahead of time for easy meal prep.
- Feel free to add your favorite vegetables for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Caprese, Tortellini, Pasta Salad, Pesto, Fresh, Flavorful