Description
A refreshing Greek Tortellini Pasta Salad featuring cheese tortellini, fresh vegetables, kalamata olives, and crumbled feta cheese, all tossed in a zesty homemade Mediterranean dressing. Perfect as a light side dish or a satisfying vegetarian meal, this salad is chilled to meld flavors beautifully.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta Salad
- 1 (20 oz) package cheese tortellini
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup kalamata olives, sliced
- 1/2 cup red bell pepper, chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Dressing
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Cook Tortellini: Cook the cheese tortellini according to package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool, which stops the cooking process and prepares the pasta for salad.
- Prepare Dressing: In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper until the dressing is well emulsified.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled tortellini, cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, sliced kalamata olives, chopped red bell pepper, thinly sliced red onion, and crumbled feta cheese.
- Toss Salad: Pour the prepared dressing over the salad ingredients and toss thoroughly until everything is evenly coated with the dressing.
- Garnish and Chill: Sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the salad. Cover and chill for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld for the best taste experience before serving.
Notes
- This salad can be made up to one day in advance, making it ideal for meal prep or gatherings.
- For a heartier meal, add grilled chicken on top to increase protein content.
- Try using spinach tortellini for a unique flavor twist.
- To make this salad dairy-free, opt for vegan tortellini and dairy-free feta alternatives.
