Description
Tuscan Tortellini Salad offers a vibrant blend of Mediterranean flavors that captures the essence of summer dining. This refreshing salad is perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a picnic, enjoying a barbecue, or looking for a quick, flavorful appetizer. With its delightful combination of cheesy tortellini, savory salami, fresh spinach, and tangy sun-dried tomatoes, this dish is as visually appealing as it is delicious. It’s quick to prepare, taking just 30 minutes, and can be made ahead of time to make your busy summer days easier.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh cheese tortellini
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 tbsp honey
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 3/4 cup chopped salami or prosciutto
- 1/2 cup baby spinach
- 1/2 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini in salted boiling water according to package directions until al dente. Drain and transfer to a large serving bowl.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and honey; season with salt and pepper.
- Add salami or prosciutto, spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes to the tortellini; pour dressing over the salad and toss until well combined.
- Top with freshly grated Parmesan before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 25mg