Creamy Tortellini Pasta Salad: A Fresh Flavor Delight!
Creamy, zesty, colorful and irresistibly fresh tortellini pasta salad perfect for summer meals.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes + chilling
- Yield: 6–8 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Cold
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 20 oz cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup canned or fresh corn
- 1/2 cup red onion, diced
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced and sautéed
- 1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook tortellini according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
- In a skillet, sauté sliced mushrooms in a little olive oil until browned. Let cool.
- In a small bowl, mix all dressing ingredients until smooth and creamy.
- In a large bowl, combine tortellini, tomatoes, corn, red onion, bell pepper, mushrooms, and parsley.
- Pour the dressing over and toss until fully coated.
- Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use Greek yogurt for a lighter version
- Chill longer for deeper flavor
- Add olives or cucumbers for a Mediterranean twist
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g