Tortellini Pasta Salad (Print-Friendly Version)
Cheese tortellini with tomatoes, salami, olives and mozzarella in Italian vinaigrette – the first to disappear at any potluck.
# What You'll Need:
→ Main Ingredients
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20 oz refrigerated cheese tortellini
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1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
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0.5 cup black or green olives, sliced
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0.5 cup mini mozzarella balls (bocconcini), halved if large
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0.5 cup sliced salami or pepperoni
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0.25 cup red onion, thinly sliced
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2 tbsp chopped fresh basil
→ Dressing
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0.25 cup olive oil
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2 tbsp red wine vinegar
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1 tsp Dijon mustard
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0.5 tsp dried oregano
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Salt, to taste
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Black pepper, to taste
# How to Make It:
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Cook tortellini according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool completely.
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In a large bowl, toss together the cooked tortellini, cherry tomatoes, olives, mozzarella, salami, red onion, and fresh basil.
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In a small bowl or jar, combine olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Whisk or shake until well combined.
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Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat. Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.
# Additional Tips:
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For best flavors, allow the salad to chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.