Pesto Tortellini Pasta

CookitwithTim

This easy pesto tortellini pasta salad is made with fewer than 6 ingredients, packed with flavor, and ready in under 30 minutes. It is perfect for quick meals or summer gatherings.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Total Time 20

Course Dinner, Salad, Side Dish

Cuisine American

Servings

Calories 434 kcal

Equipment

1 Stock Pot

Ingredients

Instructions

Boil Pasta - Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add tortellini and cook according to package directions. Do not overcook!
Drain and rinse pasta under cold water until cool.
Place tortellini in a large bowl. Add in pesto, tomatoes, cheese, bell pepper, and onion. Toss well to coat.
Serve and Enjoy!

Notes

Don't overcook your Pasta- Follow the instructions on the package for cooking. Fresh pasta will only need about 1-2 minutes before being done.
Make your own pesto - Here is my Fresh Basil Pesto recipe that I love to make. You can freeze pesto to pull out as needed.
Use fresh ingredients - Using fresh mozzarella balls and cherry tomatoes will make all the difference.
Make-ahead tip- Save out a little pesto to add in just before serving, because the pasta will absorb the pesto over time.

Refrigeration: Store salad in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Stir well before serving.

Freezing: I do not recommend freezing this recipe.

Nutrition

Calories: 434kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 19gFat: 26gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.03gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 42mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 75mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1008IUVitamin C: 17mgCalcium: 297mgIron: 2mg

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