Description
Tortellini Caprese Salad is a refreshing summer dish that combines soft cheese tortellini, juicy cherry tomatoes, and creamy mozzarella, all enhanced with fragrant basil and a drizzle of balsamic glaze. This vibrant salad is quick to prepare and makes for an eye-catching centerpiece at any gathering. Perfect for picnics or family dinners, it delivers a burst of flavors that will have everyone coming back for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini)
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
- 3 tablespoons balsamic glaze
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente (about 3-4 minutes for fresh).
- While the tortellini cooks, rinse and halve the cherry tomatoes.
- Drain the tortellini and let it cool slightly. In a large bowl, combine the tortellini, halved tomatoes, mozzarella balls, and torn basil leaves.
- Drizzle with balsamic glaze and season with salt and pepper. Toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately or allow to marinate for 30 minutes for enhanced flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg