Best Tortellini Pasta Salad With Basil Parmesan Recipes

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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 PASTA SALAD WITH BASIL & PARMESAN



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Refrigerated tortellini gives you a head start on this easy pasta salad. Toss with fresh basil and Parmesan to serve.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 25m

Yield 12 servings, 1 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 pkg. (9 oz. each) refrigerated cheese tortellini, uncooked
2 cups cut-up fresh green beans (2-inch lengths), blanched
1 can (15 oz.) cannellini beans, rinsed
1 can (14 oz.) artichoke hearts, drained, chopped
1/2 cup KRAFT Italian Roasted Red Pepper Dressing
1/2 cup drained roasted red pepper strips
3 Tbsp. thinly sliced fresh basil
2 Tbsp. KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta as directed on package, omitting salt. Rinse with cold water; drain.
  • Place pasta in large bowl. Add remaining ingredients; mix lightly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210, Fat 5 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Sodium 430 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 10 g

TORTELLINI & MOZZARELLA SALAD



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Just a quick note about this cheese tortellini and mozzarella salad: You will be asked for the recipe, so be sure to have copies on hand!

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Special Occasion Recipes

Time 3h20m

Yield 10 servings, 1 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 pkg. (9 oz. each) refrigerated cheese tortellini, cooked, rinsed
1 pkg. (8 oz.) KRAFT Mozzarella Cheese, cubed
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
1 large green pepper, chopped
1 small red onion, finely chopped
1/2 cup chopped OSCAR MAYER Pepperoni
1 can (2.25 oz.) sliced black olives, drained
1 cup KRAFT Zesty Italian Dressing
2 Tbsp. KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese
2 Tbsp. chopped fresh basil

Steps:

  • Combine first 7 ingredients in large bowl.
  • Add remaining ingredients; mix lightly.
  • Refrigerate several hours or until chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340, Fat 19 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Sodium 730 mg, Carbohydrate 27 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 4 g, Protein 15 g

FRESH BASIL TORTELLINI SALAD



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This is a great pasta salad with cheese tortellini and sweet basil. Plan ahead, because it should chill for a couple hours to allow flavors to blend.

Provided by Karen..

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb uncooked dry cheese-filled egg tortellini
1/3 cup olive oil or 1/3 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil (or 2 tsp dried basil)
1 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 green onion, chopped
1 medium carrot, peeled and sliced on the diagonal

Steps:

  • Cook tortellini as directed on package.
  • Drain and rinse with cold water.
  • Mix remaining ingredients in a medium bowl.
  • Add tortellini and toss until well combined.
  • Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours.
  • Toss again before serving with additional parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 356.5, Fat 17.7, SaturatedFat 4.5, Cholesterol 32.5, Sodium 489, Carbohydrate 38.6, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 2.9, Protein 10.8

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