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Bright and vibrant tortellini salad on a white plate.

Summer Tortellini Salad (Easy Cold Pasta Salad Recipe)

Allie Hagerty
5 from 8 votes
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Time to Chill 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 20 minutes
Course Salad, Side Dish
Servings 8 servings

Equipment

  • Large pot for cooking tortellini
  • Colander for draining
  • large mixing bowl
  • Measuring Cups and Spoons
  • Plastic wrap or airtight container for chilling

Ingredients
  

  • 2 9 oz packages of refrigerated cheese tortellini
  • 1 cup bell pepper diced (about 1 large pepper)
  • 1 red onion finely diced
  • 5 ounces colby jack cheese cubed
  • 2 ounces pepperoni slices quartered
  • 1 1/2 cup Italian salad dressing
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning blend
  • 1 teaspoon ground pepper

Instructions
 

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the tortellini according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water. Set aside.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the Italian salad dressing, Italian seasoning blend, salt, and pepper.
  • Add the diced red onion, diced bell pepper, cubed colby jack cheese, and quartered pepperoni slices to the dressing mixture. Mix well.
  • Add the hot tortellini to the mixing bowl with the other ingredients. Toss everything together until evenly coated.
  • Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for the best flavor.
  • Before serving, give the tortellini salad a final toss. Add extra dressing if desired.
  • Enjoy your refreshing summer tortellini salad! Perfect for picnics, barbecues, or any summer gathering.

Notes

Cook the Tortellini Al Dente - Be mindful not to overcook the tortellini; cooking it al dente ensures that it maintains its texture and doesn't become mushy when mixed with the other ingredients.
Prep Ahead for Convenience - Save time on busy days by prepping the ingredients in advance. You can cook the tortellini, chop the vegetables, and cube the cheese ahead of time, then simply toss everything together when ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories: 422kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 16gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 48mgSodium: 5145mgPotassium: 112mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 772IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 229mgIron: 2mg
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