Description
This Greek Tortellini Salad Fresh is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines the comforting taste of cheese-filled tortellini with fresh Mediterranean ingredients. Perfect for summer gatherings, potlucks, or as a light lunch option, this salad is easy to prepare and can be customized to your liking. Tossed in a zesty dressing, each bite offers a delightful explosion of flavors from crisp vegetables, briny olives, and creamy feta cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz cheese-filled tortellini
- 1 cup diced English cucumber
- 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
- ½ cup pitted Kalamata olives, sliced
- ¾ cup crumbled feta cheese
- ¼ cup thinly sliced red onion
- ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
- ⅓ cup olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water; set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked tortellini with diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced Kalamata olives, thinly sliced red onion, and crumbled feta cheese.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper until well combined. Pour over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg