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Roasted Red Pepper and Parmesan Tortellini Salad

Roasted Red Pepper and Parmesan Tortellini Salad Bliss

Enjoy vibrant Roasted Red Pepper and Parmesan Tortellini Salad, a refreshing dish perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 12 oz Refrigerated Tortellini Any flavor
  • 8 oz Mozzarella Fresh mozzarella recommended
  • 1 cup Mini Pepperoni Optional for vegetarian option
  • 1/2 cup Sliced Black Olives Green olives can be swapped
  • 1 pint Cherry Tomatoes Halved
  • 1 jar Jarred Roasted Red Peppers Reserve oil
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil For garnish
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Roasted Red Pepper Oil Reserved from the jar
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil High-quality recommended
  • 2 tbsp Balsamic Vinegar Adjust to taste
  • 1 tbsp Red Wine Vinegar Can be swapped for more balsamic
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated

Equipment

  • large pot
  • colander
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Airtight Container

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Cook the tortellini in salted boiling water for 3-5 minutes until tender, then drain and cool.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine mini pepperoni, olives, diced mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, and roasted red peppers.
  3. Fold in the cooled tortellini gently to combine without breaking them.
  4. Whisk together roasted red pepper oil, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, red wine vinegar, and Parmesan in a small bowl.
  5. Pour the dressing over the salad, tossing gently to coat. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Chill the salad in an airtight container for at least 60 minutes for better flavor melding.
  7. Serve with fresh basil leaves for garnish once ready to enjoy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Taste the dressing before adding salt, as Parmesan and olives can be salty. Prepare a day early for enhanced flavors.

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