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Greek Tortellini Pasta Salad

Greek Tortellini Pasta Salad
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Greek Tortellini Pasta Salad is a vibrant and refreshing Mediterranean-inspired summer dish featuring tender cheese-filled tortellini, tangy feta, crisp cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, and briny Kalamata olives tossed in a light lemon and olive oil dressing. Perfect for picnics, potlucks, or casual meals, it is quick to prepare, vegetarian-friendly, and holds well for meal prep.

Ingredients

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Pasta

  • 12 oz fresh or frozen cheese-filled tortellini

Vegetables & Cheese

  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 medium cucumber, diced
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced if needed
  • 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley or oregano, chopped

Dressing

  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the Tortellini: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the tortellini according to package instructions, usually about 3-5 minutes for fresh pasta. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking and cool down the pasta.
  2. Prepare the Vegetables and Cheese: While the tortellini cooks, halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the cucumber, thinly slice the red onion, crumble the feta cheese, and pit and slice the Kalamata olives if needed.
  3. Mix the Dressing: In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper to create a zesty, well-balanced dressing.
  4. Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled tortellini, tomatoes, cucumbers, olives, onions, feta, and chopped fresh herbs. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat everything evenly.
  5. Chill Before Serving: For best flavor, cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the ingredients to meld together. Serve chilled and enjoy the cool, refreshing flavors.

Notes

  • Use fresh ingredients for best flavor and texture.
  • Drain tortellini and watery vegetables well to avoid sogginess.
  • Dress the salad lightly, adding more dressing as needed to keep it vibrant.
  • Chilling the salad allows flavors to deepen and develop fully.
  • Serve the salad cold to maintain crispness and refreshing taste.

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Keywords: Greek pasta salad, tortellini salad, Mediterranean salad, summer pasta salad, vegetarian pasta salad

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