Best Tortellini Salad With Tomato Arugula Dressing 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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This tortellini salad recipe is a perfect picnic side dish or make-ahead lunch! It's filled with juicy cherry tomatoes, fresh basil, briny artichoke hearts, and a zingy homemade dressing.

Provided by Jeanine Donofrio

Categories     Main dish or side dish

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 11

18 ounces cheese tortellini or vegan tortellini*
Italian Dressing
2 cups halved cherry tomatoes
1 14-ounce can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
1 cup cooked white beans (drained and rinsed)
½ cup thinly sliced red onion
5 pepperoncini (stemmed and chopped)
2 cups fresh arugula
1 cup fresh basil (torn, plus more for garnish)
Parmesan or pecorino cheese (optional)
Red pepper flakes (optional)

Steps:

  • Cook the tortellini according to the package directions until al dente. Drain and let cool.
  • Prepare the dressing according to the instructions in this recipe.
  • In a large bowl, combine the tortellini, tomatoes, artichokes, beans, onion, pepperoncini, and the dressing and toss to combine. Add the arugula and basil and toss again. Season to taste, and add Parmesan and red pepper flakes, if desired. Garnish with more fresh basil. Serve right away or store in the fridge for up to 4 days.

TORTELLINI SALAD



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Hold off on tossing in the prosciutto crisps and arugula in this Tortellini Salad until just before serving to keep them crisp.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Pork Recipes

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 ounces prosciutto (about 8 slices)
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for brushing
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
18 ounces cheese tortellini
1 8-ounce package frozen peas (about 2 cups)
1/2 teaspoon freshly grated lemon zest, plus 2 tablespoons juice
1 cup baby arugula
Finely shredded Parmesan, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Arrange prosciutto in a single layer on a parchment paper-lined rimmed baking sheet. Brush lightly with oil, and bake until crisp, about 10 minutes. Let cool completely.
  • In a large pot of boiling, salted water, cook tortellini according to package instructions. Add peas, then immediately drain. Let cool 10 minutes, then toss in a large bowl with lemon zest and juice, and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Break prosciutto into large pieces and toss with pasta along with arugula. Serve in bowls topped with cheese.

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