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Quick Three Cheese Tortellini Cold Salad

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A refreshing Italian-American cold pasta salad with tortellini, crisp vegetables, tangy lemon vinaigrette, and a blend of cheeses. Perfect for picnics, potlucks, and weeknight meals.

  • Total Time: 25
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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8 oz three cheese tortellini
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 small cucumber, diced
1/2 red onion, finely chopped
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/4 cup red wine vinegar (optional: substitute with white wine vinegar or lemon juice)
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
1/2 tsp fresh oregano, chopped
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook tortellini according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
In a large bowl, combine cooled tortellini, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion. Gently mix to combine.
In a small bowl, whisk together vinegar, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper.
Pour dressing over tortellini mixture. Gently toss until evenly coated. Stir in crumbled feta.
Chill salad for at least 30 minutes before serving. Serve chilled.

Notes

Cherry tomatoes can be substituted with diced bell peppers or shredded carrots.
Feta can be replaced with ricotta salata or cubed mozzarella.
Dressing can be prepared up to 24 hours in advance. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

  • Author: Jasmine
  • Prep Time: 15
  • Cook Time: 10
  • Category: Cozy Chicken
  • Method: Boiling and Tossing
  • Cuisine: Italian-American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg