Best Texas Tortellini Salad Recipes

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ITALIAN TORTELLINI SALAD



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Bright, flavorful, & full of fresh veggies, this Italian Tortellini Salad is the perfect dish for a potluck or backyard BBQ!

Provided by Holly Nilsson

Categories     Pasta     Salad     Side Dish

Time 2h30m

Number Of Ingredients 9

16 ounces cheese tortellini
1 cup Italian dressing (homemade or store-bought)
1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
¾ cup salami (diced)
⅓ cup red onion (diced)
½ red pepper (diced)
½ green pepper (diced)
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese (shredded)
1 tablespoon parsley

Steps:

  • Bring a medium pot of water to a boil and cook tortellini according to package directions.
  • Cool completely by running under cold water.
  • Combine all ingredients and refrigerate for 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 304 kcal, Carbohydrate 30 g, Protein 12 g, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 31 mg, Sodium 800 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 6 g, ServingSize 1 serving

TORTELLINI SALAD



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Pepperoni and mozzarella cheese make this a filling pasta salad. Serve with fruit for a nice summertime meal.

Provided by olivegrower

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Tortellini Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (16 ounce) package refrigerated cheese tortellini
4 ounces sliced pepperoni, quartered
2 green onions, sliced
1 (2.25 ounce) can sliced black olives
1 (6.5 ounce) jar marinated artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
6 ounces mozzarella cheese, diced
⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 ½ tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 ½ tablespoons distilled white vinegar
1 teaspoon dried Italian herb seasoning
salt and black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Cook the tortellini according to package instructions, drain in a colander set in the sink, and rinse with cold water.
  • Place the tortellini, pepperoni, green onions, olives, artichoke hearts, and mozzarella cheese in a large salad bowl.
  • Whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, white vinegar, Italian seasonings, and salt and pepper in a bowl, and pour over the salad ingredients. Gently stir to combine, and refrigerate to chill before serving. For even better flavor, let chill in refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 415.3 calories, Carbohydrate 30.3 g, Cholesterol 52.8 mg, Fat 25.9 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 17 g, SaturatedFat 8.1 g, Sodium 728.6 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

CREAMY TORTELLINI SALAD WITH CHICKEN, BACON, AND RANCH DRESSING



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When I moved to Oklahoma, I discovered a pizza called "chicken bacon ranch" and this pasta salad is a nod to the flavors in the pizza. If desired, marinate chicken in ranch dressing, and grill chicken to bump up the flavor.

Provided by thedailygourmet

Categories     100+ Pasta and Noodle Recipes     Pasta by Shape Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (9 ounce) package refrigerated cheese tortellini
¼ cup ranch dressing
1 tablespoon milk
8 ounces cubed, cooked chicken
2 ½ ounces fresh mozzarella, diced
⅓ cup chopped cooked bacon
2 tablespoons chopped green onions
1 tablespoon chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste (optional)

Steps:

  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil. Stir in tortellini and return to a boil. Cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the tortellini float to the top and the filling is hot, about 3 minutes. Run tortellini under cold water and drain. Store in the refrigerator until chilled, at least 30 minutes.
  • Stir ranch dressing and milk together in a large bowl. Add chilled pasta, cooked chicken, mozzarella, bacon, green onions, and parsley.
  • Toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 528.1 calories, Carbohydrate 31.5 g, Cholesterol 104.5 mg, Fat 29.7 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 33.1 g, SaturatedFat 9.9 g, Sodium 881.1 mg, Sugar 2.6 g

CONNIE'S TORTELLINI SALAD



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Toss satisfying cheese tortellini and mozzarella with refreshing veggies for a substantial potluck salad. Sometimes I keep a bowl of this in the fridge for family members to dig into when they need something fast. - Connie Eaton, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 package (13 ounces) dried cheese tortellini
1 medium zucchini, halved and sliced
1 cup Italian salad dressing
1 pint grape tomatoes
1 can (14 ounces) water-packed artichoke hearts, rinsed, drained and quartered
1 jar (11.1 ounces) pitted Greek olives, drained
1 carton (8 ounces) miniature fresh mozzarella cheese balls, drained

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cook tortellini according to package directions. Drain; transfer to a large bowl. Immediately add zucchini and dressing; toss to coat. Stir in the remaining ingredients. Serve warm or refrigerate and serve cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260 calories, Fat 17g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 856mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

TORTELLINI SALAD



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I like this recipe because you can make it ahead of time. It's the perfect size for your lunch. You can vary the dressing to suit your taste.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1-3/4 cups frozen cheese tortellini
1 small onion, chopped
1/2 cup chopped green or sweet red pepper
1 small tomato, seeded and diced
1/4 cup julienned pepper Jack cheese
1/4 cup Italian salad dressing

Steps:

  • Cook tortellini according to package directions. Drain and rinse in cold water. In a bowl, combine tortellini with all of the remaining ingredients; toss gently to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

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LAYERED TORTELLINI SALAD



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My tempting tortellini salad combines layer upon layer of flavors and textures, and its colors are amazing. It's perfect for a salad luncheon. Other cheese options are Havarti, fontina or Monterey Jack. -Nita Rausch, Dallas, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 12 servings (1-1/2 cups dressing).

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/2 cup buttermilk
1/2 cup plain yogurt
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dill weed
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/8 teaspoon white pepper
SALAD:
1 package (9 ounces) refrigerated cheese tortellini
2 cups shredded red cabbage
6 cups fresh baby spinach
1 block (8 ounces) part-skim mozzarella cheese, cubed
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
8 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • For dressing, place the first eight ingredients in a blender. Cover and process until blended; process 1-2 minutes longer or until smooth. , Cook tortellini according to package directions. Drain and rinse in cold water. , In a large glass bowl, layer the cabbage, spinach and tortellini. Top with mozzarella cheese, tomatoes, onion, bacon and feta cheese. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours. Drizzle with dressing; toss to coat.

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