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Italian pasta salad with spinach ricotta tortellini , mini mozzarella balls, tomato and basil , serve in a white bowl
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Italian Pasta Salad with Spinach Ricotta Tortellini, Mozzarella, and Basil

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Italian pasta salad with tortellini, mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil. A simple plant-forward dish with fresh flavor and easy prep.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Appetizer, Main Course, Salad, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 330
Ingredients Equipment Cooking Instructions Nutrition Video Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 package spinach ricotta tortellini
  • 1 cup mini mozzarella balls
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh basil chopped

Equipment

5 Quart Pot
5 Quart Pot
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Salad Bowl

Cooking Instructions
 

  1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil.
  2. Cook tortellini according to package instructions.
  3. Drain and let cool slightly.
  4. Transfer tortellini to a large bowl.
  5. Add mozzarella balls and cherry tomatoes.
  6. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice.
  7. Season with salt and black pepper.
  8. Toss gently to combine.
  9. Let sit for 5 minutes to blend flavors.
  10. Garnish with fresh basil and serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 330kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 15gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 33mgSodium: 299mgPotassium: 88mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 235IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 186mgIron: 2mg

Notes

• Let tortellini cool before mixing for best texture
• Use fresh mozzarella for better flavor
• Add olives or spinach if desired for variation

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