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Roasted Red Pepper and Parmesan Tortellini Salad

Roasted Red Pepper and Parmesan Tortellini Salad for Summer Bliss

A vibrant Roasted Red Pepper and Parmesan Tortellini Salad bursting with flavors, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 9 oz Refrigerated Tortellini Any flavor, follow package instructions for cooking.
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cubed, can substitute with feta.
  • 1 cup Mini Pepperoni Omit for vegetarian version.
  • 1/2 cup Sliced Black Olives
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Halved.
  • 1 jar Jarred Roasted Red Peppers Reserve oil for dressing.
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Pepper
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil For garnish.
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Roasted Red Pepper Oil
  • 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 2 tbsp Balsamic Vinegar
  • 2 tbsp Red Wine Vinegar
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Colander
  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the Tortellini: Boil salted water, cook tortellini until they float, then drain and cool.
  2. Combine Salad Ingredients: In a bowl, mix the cooled tortellini with mini pepperoni, black olives, mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, and roasted red peppers.
  3. Prepare the Dressing: Whisk together roasted red pepper oil, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, red wine vinegar, and parmesan cheese until smooth.
  4. Mix Dressing with Salad: Pour dressing over salad mixture and toss to coat evenly.
  5. Chill the Salad: Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to meld flavors.
  6. Serve and Garnish: Toss and garnish with fresh basil before serving cold.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 650mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Chill overnight for enhanced flavors. Omit pepperoni for a vegetarian option. Feel free to use different pasta shapes.

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