Description
Tortellini Caprese Salad is a fresh, vibrant dish combining tender cheese-filled tortellini with classic Caprese ingredients—juicy tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, fragrant basil, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze. It’s a perfect mix of comforting pasta and light salad flavors.
Ingredients
- 12 oz cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
8 oz fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini), halved
1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon balsamic glaze or balsamic vinegar
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
Cook tortellini according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled tortellini, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil leaves.
- Drizzle olive oil and balsamic glaze over the salad.
- Season with salt and pepper, then toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to let flavors meld.
Notes
- Add sliced avocado or roasted red peppers for extra creaminess and flavor.
- Use pesto instead of olive oil and balsamic for a herby twist.
- Include arugula or baby spinach for added greens.
- Toss in toasted pine nuts or walnuts for crunch.
- Substitute mozzarella with vegan cheese for a dairy-free option.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Best served cold or at room temperature. No reheating needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling and mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: Approx. 400 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg