This Greek Tortellini Salad is full of vibrant Mediterranean flavors. Juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, cheese tortellini and tangy feta are tossed with a sun-dried tomato dressing to make a delicious cold pasta salad.
Keyword: Greek pasta salad, Mediterranean pasta salad
Servings: 4
Calories: 486kcal
Author: Kristina Tipps
Equipment
salad bowl
small bowl
Large pot
colander
whisk
Ingredients
Pasta Salad
10oztortellinicheese-filled or other variety, frozen or fresh
1cupcherry tomatoeshalved
1mediumcucumberdiced
1largeyellow, orange or red bell pepperdiced,
½cupkalamata olivessliced
½cupfeta cheese crumbles
¼cupred onionthinly sliced
Dressing
½cupsun-dried tomatoesfinely chopped
4tablespoonextra virgin olive oil
2tablespoonred wine vinegar
2clovesminced garlic
1teaspoondried oregano
salt to taste
black pepperto taste
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the tortellini according to package instructions. Drain and place in a large salad bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together the sun-dried tomatoes, extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic cloves, oregano, salt and pepper until smooth.
In the large salad bowl, combine the cooked tortellini with the cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, yellow bell pepper, red onion, olives, and feta cheese.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
Notes
Storing: store in the refrigerator in a covered container for 5 to 7 days. Serve cold or at room temperature; reheating is not necessary.