Salami Mozzarella Tortellini Pasta Salad
A flavorful and easy pasta salad made with cheese-filled tortellini, salami, mozzarella, and fresh veggies, all tossed in a zesty Italian dressing. Perfect for meal prep, picnics, or a refreshing make-ahead lunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes (+30 minutes chilling)
- Yield: 4–6 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook (except pasta boiling)
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
- 12 oz tortellini pasta (cheese-filled or your choice)
- 1 cup salami, diced or sliced into strips
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, cubed or use mozzarella pearls
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook tortellini according to package directions. Drain and let cool completely.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled tortellini, salami, mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, and cucumber.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
- Pour dressing over the tortellini mixture and toss gently to combine.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
- Add olives, red onions, or bell peppers for more vegetables.
- Use different tortellini fillings like spinach or pesto for variety.
- Add crushed red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- A tablespoon of Dijon mustard can make the dressing tangier.
- Best served cold or at room temperature. Do not freeze.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
