Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of summer with this delightful Tortellini Caprese Salad. Tender tortellini mingle with juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant basil, all drizzled with rich olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Perfect for picnics or family gatherings, this salad is a celebration of fresh ingredients that will leave everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fresh cheese tortellini
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini)
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini in salted boiling water according to package instructions until they float to the top. Drain and cool.
- While the tortellini cooks, prepare the cherry tomatoes by halving them.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked tortellini, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls, and fresh basil.
- Drizzle olive oil and balsamic vinegar over the mixture; season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Toss gently to combine. Serve immediately or chill in the fridge for 30 minutes for enhanced flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 25mg