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Antipasto Pasta Salad with Tortellini

Fresh and easy antipasto pasta salad with tortellini is packed with crisp vegetables, spicy pepperonis, fresh mozzarella, and tossed with a simple homemade dressing. It's the perfect side dish!
5 from 2 votes
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Prep Time 15 minutes
chill time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine American, Greek, Mediterranean
Servings 6 servings
Calories 307 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • medium saucepan

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups tortellini
  • ½ cup pepperoni diced
  • ½ cup salami diced
  • ½ cup mozarella cheese diced
  • ¼ cup green olives
  • ¼ cup pepperoncini  diced
  • ¼ cup parmesan cheese grated
  • ¼ cup onion diced
  • ½ cup lemon vinaigrette

Instructions
 

  1. Cook the tortellini according to package directions. Drain it in a colander.
  2. Toss the cooked tortellini with the salad dressing in a medium bowl.
  3. Add the remaining ingredients and toss to evenly coat all the pieces with the dressing.
  4. Serve immediately or chill for thirty minutes. Refrigerate up to 3-5 days.

Notes

Hint: Add an assortment of veggies for color and crunch! I love adding bell peppers, cucumbers, zucchini, grated carrots, broccoli, cherry tomatoes and scallions or scapes. Adding a handful of whatever fresh herbs you have on hand is an excellent idea, too. The more color and flavor, the better!

VARIATIONS FOR THIS ANTIPASTO RECIPE

Here are some variations to the antipasto pasta salad with tortellini recipe:
  1. Mediterranean: Add ingredients like diced cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, Kalamata olives, feta cheese, and a drizzle of olive oil and lemon juice for a fresh and tangy flavor.
  2. Caprese: Incorporate halved cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini), fresh basil leaves, and a balsamic glaze or vinaigrette for a classic caprese twist.
  3. Veggie Delight: Load up on colorful vegetables like bell peppers, zucchini, broccoli florets, and sliced red onions. Toss them with the tortellini and a light Italian dressing for a refreshing and healthy option.
  4. Southwest Fusion: Add black beans, corn kernels, diced avocado, chopped cilantro, and a squeeze of lime juice for a Tex-Mex inspired twist. Top it off with a sprinkle of chili powder or a drizzle of chipotle sauce.
  5. Pesto Perfection: Replace the traditional Italian dressing with homemade or store-bought pesto sauce. Mix in some sun-dried tomatoes, roasted pine nuts, and Parmesan cheese for a delightful pesto-infused pasta salad.
  6. Greek Flavors: Combine tortellini with chopped cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, red onions, crumbled feta cheese, and a Greek dressing. Add a sprinkle of dried oregano for that distinct Greek taste.
  7. Protein Boost: Incorporate cooked and chopped chicken breast, sliced salami, or diced ham for an added protein punch. You can also include boiled eggs or grilled shrimp for a tasty variation.

Nutrition

Calories: 307kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 16gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 47mgSodium: 806mgPotassium: 98mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 135IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 180mgIron: 2mg
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