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Roasted Red Pepper and Parmesan Tortellini Salad picnic idea

Delightful Roasted Red Pepper and Parmesan Tortellini Salad Picnic Idea

This Roasted Red Pepper and Parmesan Tortellini Salad is a refreshing picnic idea, blending tender tortellini with a tangy dressing and rich parmesan.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 package Refrigerated Tortellini Any flavor
  • 8 ounces Mozzarella Cubed
  • 6 ounces Mini Pepperoni Optional for vegetarian version
  • 1 cup Sliced Black Olives Or green olives
  • 1 pint Cherry Tomatoes Halved
  • 1 jar Jarred Roasted Red Peppers
  • 1 cup Fresh Basil For garnish
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Roasted Red Pepper Oil Or extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil High-quality
  • 3 tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar Adjust to taste
  • 3 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar Adjust to taste
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Colander
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the tortellini in salted boiling water for 3-5 minutes until tender, then drain and cool.
    Roasted Red Pepper and Parmesan Tortellini Salad picnic idea
  2. Combine mini pepperoni, black olives, mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, and roasted red peppers in a mixing bowl.
    Roasted Red Pepper and Parmesan Tortellini Salad picnic idea
  3. Prepare the dressing by whisking together roasted red pepper oil, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, red wine vinegar, and Parmesan.
    Roasted Red Pepper and Parmesan Tortellini Salad picnic idea
  4. Dress the salad mixture with the prepared dressing and season with salt and pepper before chilling.
    Roasted Red Pepper and Parmesan Tortellini Salad picnic idea
  5. Chill the salad for at least an hour to allow flavors to meld.
    Roasted Red Pepper and Parmesan Tortellini Salad picnic idea
  6. Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
    Roasted Red Pepper and Parmesan Tortellini Salad picnic idea

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 12gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Customize by swapping mini pepperoni for chickpeas or adding seasonal veggies as desired.

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