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Roasted Red Pepper and Parmesan Tortellini Salad

Zesty Roasted Red Pepper and Parmesan Tortellini Salad Delight

A vibrant Roasted Red Pepper and Parmesan Tortellini Salad bursting with flavor and ideal for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 9 oz Refrigerated Tortellini Base of the salad
  • 1 cup Mozzarella (cubed) Substitute fresh mozzarella for softer texture
  • 1 cup Mini Pepperoni Omit for vegetarian option
  • 1/2 cup Sliced Black Olives Can substitute with Kalamata olives
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes (halved) Adds juiciness
  • 1 jar Jarred Roasted Red Peppers Reserve oil for dressing
  • to taste Salt Essential for taste
  • to taste Pepper Essential for taste
  • 1 Tbsp Fresh Basil (for garnish) Provides aromatic touch
For the Dressing
  • 2 Tbsp Roasted Red Pepper Oil Key flavoring oil
  • 1 Tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil Adds depth to dressing
  • 1 Tbsp Balsamic Vinegar Adjust based on taste
  • 1 Tbsp Red Wine Vinegar Adjust for tanginess
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese Adds umami flavor

Equipment

  • large pot
  • colander
  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the refrigerated tortellini according to package instructions (3-5 minutes). Drain and let cool.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine diced mini pepperoni, sliced black olives, cubed mozzarella, halved cherry tomatoes, and diced jarred roasted red peppers. Stir gently to mix.
  3. Once cooled, add the tortellini to the vegetable mixture and gently fold to combine.
  4. In another bowl, whisk the reserved roasted red pepper oil, extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, red wine vinegar, and grated Parmesan until smooth.
  5. Pour the dressing over the salad and gently fold to coat all ingredients.
  6. Season with salt and pepper, mix gently, cover, and refrigerate for at least one hour.
  7. Before serving, sprinkle chopped fresh basil on top and serve chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingsCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 12gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 480mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg

Notes

This salad can be made a day in advance and gets better after sitting for a few hours.

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