Description
Tortellini Caprese Salad is a refreshing twist on a classic dish, perfect for any occasion. This vibrant salad combines al dente cheese tortellini with juicy cherry tomatoes, fresh basil, and creamy mozzarella pearls, all drizzled with a zesty balsamic dressing. With just 10 minutes of prep time, it’s an ideal choice for busy weeknights or summer gatherings. Serve it as a hearty main course or a delightful side dish that everyone will love. The blend of flavors and textures makes each bite a burst of freshness—perfect for impressing family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 20 oz cheese tortellini (uncooked)
- 10 oz cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 8 oz mozzarella pearls
- 1 cup chopped spinach
- ¼ cup chopped basil
- ½ cup olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 3–4 garlic cloves (minced)
- ¾ tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente, according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cool water.
- While the tortellini cooks, prepare the vegetables by chopping the spinach, halving the tomatoes, and mincing the garlic.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked tortellini, spinach, tomatoes, mozzarella pearls, basil, and garlic.
- Drizzle olive oil and balsamic vinegar over the salad. Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper; toss gently to combine.
- Chill in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 15mg