Best Charlottes 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

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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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.

CHARLOTTE'S TORTELLINI SALAD



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This is a Greek style salad that is delicious! It is hearty enough to serve as the main course.

Provided by Linda

Categories     Tortellini Pasta Salad

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

16 ounces cheese-filled tortellini
1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 red bell pepper, julienned
1 small red onion, julienned
½ cup sliced black olives
½ cup crumbled feta cheese
1 boneless chicken breast half, cooked and sliced into thin strips
¼ cup olive oil
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest, minced
¼ cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons ground walnuts
1 tablespoon honey

Steps:

  • Cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente. Drain and cool under cold water. Refrigerate until chilled.
  • Prepare the dressing in a small bowl by whisking together the olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, walnuts, and honey. Refrigerate until chilled.
  • In a salad bowl, combine pasta, peppers, red onion, olives, and chicken. Add lemon dressing and feta cheese, toss and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 356 calories, Carbohydrate 32 g, Cholesterol 36.5 mg, Fat 19.5 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 15.4 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 490 mg, Sugar 6.1 g

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