Pesto Tortellini Salad

This Pesto Tortellini Salad is a delightful, fresh, and flavorful dish perfect for a light lunch or a side at dinner. The combination of cheese tortellini, fresh cherry tomatoes, and creamy pearl mozzarella coated in a lush pesto sauce creates a symphony of tastes. Topped with a bed of mixed greens and a hint of lemon, this salad is both nutritious and satisfying.

Ingredients

🍽️ 1 pound of cheese tortellini
🌿 1 cup of pesto
🍅 1 quart cherry tomatoes
🧀 8 oz of pearl mozzarella
🥬 Mixed greens (baby spinach and baby arugula)
🍋 The juice of half a lemon
🧂 1/2 teaspoon flake salt

Instructions

1- Cook Tortellini:

• Boil the tortellini in salted water for about 4 to 5 minutes, or as directed on the package instructions. Once cooked, strain and set aside.

2- Prepare the Salad Mix:

• In a large bowl, combine the cooked tortellini with 1 cup of pesto.
• Cut the cherry tomatoes in half and add them to the tortellini.
• Add the pearl mozzarella and toss everything together until well mixed.

3- Assemble the Salad:

• In a separate large salad bowl, place your choice of mixed greens, such as baby spinach and baby arugula.
• Drizzle the greens with the juice of half a lemon and sprinkle with flake salt. Gently mix to combine.

4- Combine & Serve:

• Add the tortellini mixture on top of the lemon-dressed greens.
• Serve immediately and enjoy this vibrant and delicious pesto tortellini salad.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: Approximately 450 per serving
Proteins: 16g
Fats: 28g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Equipment: Large pot, strainer, large salad bowl, mixing spoon

Cooking Tips:

• Make sure to not overcook the tortellini to keep them al dente for a better texture in the salad.

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Pesto Tortellini Salad