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Roasted Red Pepper and Parmesan Tortellini Salad

A vibrant and flavorful salad featuring roasted red peppers, mozzarella, and tortellini, perfect for gatherings and meal prep.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 lb refrigerated tortellini (any flavor)
  • 8 oz mozzarella (cubed) Good-quality mozzarella enhances the dish.
  • 4 oz mini pepperoni
  • 4 oz sliced black olives
  • 1/2 pint cherry tomatoes (sliced in half)
  • 2 jar jarred roasted red peppers packed in oil (diced, reserve the oil) You can also use homemade roasted red peppers.
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • fresh basil for garnish
For the Dressing
  • 3 tbsp of the roasted red pepper oil
  • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 3 tbsp parmesan cheese

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Boil the tortellini according to package directions until they are al dente (about 3-5 minutes).
  2. Once done, drain the pasta and allow it to cool.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine the pepperoni, sliced olives, mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, and diced roasted red peppers.
  4. Once the pasta has cooled completely, gently mix it with the other ingredients.
Dressing and Serving
  1. In another bowl, whisk together the dressing ingredients until smooth.
  2. Adjust the flavor by adding more vinegar for tanginess or oil for richness.
  3. Once the dressing is to your liking, pour it over the salad and mix gently.
  4. Season with salt and pepper according to your taste.
  5. Let the salad chill in the refrigerator for a minimum of one hour before serving.
  6. Finish by garnishing with fresh basil before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 15gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g

Notes

This salad can be made a day in advance to enhance the flavors. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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