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Easy Tortellini Salad

A quick, creamy tortellini salad packed with fresh vegetables and Parmesan.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise or Miracle Whip if you prefer
  • 1/2 cup Italian dressing use your favorite
  • 1 tablespoon freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 4 cups tortellini cooked
  • 1/2 English cucumber halved and thinly sliced
  • 1/2 red onion diced
  • 1/2 green bell pepper finely chopped
  • 1/2 orange or red bell pepper finely chopped
  • 1 cup cherry or grape tomatoes halved
  • additional chopped parsley for garnish
  • additional grated Parmesan for garnish

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Colander
  • large serving bowl
  • Medium mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Cutting Board
  • Knife

Method
 

  1. Cook the tortellini according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and let cool slightly.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Italian dressing, 1 tablespoon Parmesan, 1 tablespoon chopped parsley, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper until smooth.
  3. Prepare the vegetables: halve and thinly slice the cucumber, dice the red onion, finely chop both bell peppers, and halve the cherry tomatoes.
  4. In a large serving bowl, combine the cooked tortellini and all prepared vegetables.
  5. Fold the dressing into the tortellini and vegetables until evenly coated, stirring gently to avoid breaking the pasta.
  6. Refrigerate the salad for at least 2 hours to chill and develop flavors.
  7. Just before serving, garnish with additional chopped parsley and grated Parmesan.

Notes

  • Use refrigerated tortellini for a quicker chill time.
  • Make dressing in advance and store covered in the fridge.
  • Adjust pepper to taste.