Description
Tortellini Caprese Salad is the perfect summer side dish for your next picnic, potluck, or party! Made with cheese stuffed tortellini, fresh mozzarella, colorful tomatoes, asparagus, and balsamic glaze … this cold pasta salad can be tossed together in about 30 minutes. It’s quick, easy, and can be enjoyed as a full meal too!
Ingredients
Scale
- 22 oz tortellini
- 1 cup colorful grape tomatoes, halved
- 1 bunch asparagus
- 8 oz mozzarella cheese, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh basil, finely chopped
- 3 tbsp olive oil (separated)
- 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- salt
- pepper
Instructions
- Start by sautéing the asparagus on the stove in a large pan with 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper. Cook for about 10 minutes. Then chop into bite sized chunks.
- Next boil the tortellini according to the package instructions.
- Then allow the tortellini and asparagus to cool.
- Add the cooled tortellini and asparagus to a large mixing bowl with the tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, fresh basil, olive oil (2 tbsp), balsamic glaze, and Italian seasoning. Toss to combine and add salt & pepper to taste.
- Place in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.
- Enjoy!
Keywords: Tortellini Caprese Salad, Tortellini Pasta Salad, Cheese Tortellini Pasta Salad, Tortellini Salad, Summer Tortellini Salad