Description
Experience a burst of summer flavors with this delightful Tortellini Caprese Salad. Featuring tender cheese tortellini, juicy cherry tomatoes, and fragrant basil, all drizzled with rich olive oil and balsamic glaze, this dish is perfect for picnics or as a stunning side at family gatherings. Quick to prepare and easily customizable, it’s sure to impress your guests!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh cheese tortellini
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil the tortellini in salted water until they float (about 3-5 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled tortellini, cherry tomatoes, and basil.
- Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic glaze; season with salt and pepper.
- Gently toss to combine. Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes to enhance flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 10mg