Go Back
+ servings
Grinder Tortellini Salad

Grinder Tortellini Salad: A Fresh Twist on a Classic Dish

This delicious Grinder Tortellini Salad combines vibrant summer vegetables with cheesy tortellini, perfect for quick meals or gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 9 oz Tortellini fresh or frozen, cooked al dente
  • 2 cups Fresh Vegetables e.g., bell peppers, cucumbers, cherry tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Herbs e.g., basil, parsley
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil or another neutral oil
  • 3 tbsp Balsamic Vinegar or Lemon Juice
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Colander
  • Medium bowl
  • Large mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Boil a large pot of salted water over high heat. Add the tortellini and cook according to package instructions, about 3-5 minutes, until tender yet firm. Drain and cool slightly.
  2. Wash and chop fresh vegetables into bite-sized pieces and set aside in a large mixing bowl.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil with balsamic vinegar or lemon juice, and season with salt and pepper until emulsified.
  4. Combine cooled tortellini, fresh vegetables, and chopped herbs in the mixing bowl. Pour dressing over and toss gently.
  5. Serve immediately or chill in the fridge for about 30 minutes for deeper flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 12gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Customize with your favorite seasonal vegetables. The salad can be made ahead for gatherings.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!