Description
A delightful dish combining the fresh flavors of Caprese salad with the comforting texture of cheese tortellini, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 20 oz cheese tortellini, uncooked (approximately 5 cups uncooked)
- 10 oz cherry tomatoes, halved
- 8 oz mozzarella pearls
- 1 cup chopped spinach
- 1/4 cup chopped basil
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 3–4 garlic cloves, minced
- 3/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- Balsamic glaze (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Tortellini: Start by bringing a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the cheese tortellini and cook according to package instructions, usually around 2-3 minutes, until firm to the bite.
- Prep Other Ingredients: While the tortellini cooks, halve the cherry tomatoes, chop the spinach and basil, and mince the garlic cloves.
- Cool the Tortellini: Strain the cooked tortellini in a colander, then rinse briefly under cool running water to stop the cooking process.
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium to large bowl, add the cooled tortellini, chopped spinach, halved cherry tomatoes, mozzarella pearls, and minced garlic.
- Dress the Salad: Pour the olive oil and balsamic vinegar over the salad. Sprinkle with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper, then toss everything together gently.
- Chill: Allow the salad to chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Final Touches: Just before serving, give the salad another toss and drizzle with balsamic glaze if desired.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Add more olive oil or balsamic vinegar before serving if needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No Cooking (unless you count boiling pasta)
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Caprese, Salad, Tortellini, Vegetarian, Italian, Easy Recipe