This is a quick pasta salad that is kicked up a notch by using tortellini instead of regular pasta. It is great for a cook-out or potluck because it doesn’t include mayonnaise.
Ingredients
- 20 ounces refrigerated cheese tortellini
- 2 cups halved cherry tomatoes
- 1 ½ cups bite-sized broccoli florets
- 1 cup diced yellow bell pepper
- ¾ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 6 ounces pepperoni sausage, cubed (Optional)
- ¼ cup Italian-style salad dressing (such as Newman's Own®) (Optional)
Directions
Step 1
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook tortellini at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite and filling is warmed through, 5 to 7 minutes; drain.
Step 2
Stir cooked tortellini, tomatoes, broccoli, yellow bell pepper, Parmesan cheese, and pepperoni together in a bowl. Pour in 1 cup Italian dressing and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours. If salad looks dry, stir in an additional 1/4 cup Italian dressing before serving.
Cook’s Note:
I have tried several types of Italian dressing and have found that Newman's Own Family Recipe Italian(R) works best in this recipe.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 5 | |
Calories 762 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat45g | 57% |
Saturated Fat15g | 73% |
Cholesterol92mg | 31% |
Sodium2161mg | 94% |
Total Carbohydrate64g | 23% |
Dietary Fiber4g | 16% |
Total Sugars9g | |
Protein29g | |
Vitamin C91mg | 455% |
Calcium181mg | 14% |
Iron2mg | 9% |
Potassium416mg | 9% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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