Description
Tortellini Caprese Salad is a vibrant, refreshing dish that embodies the essence of summer. This delightful salad combines al dente tortellini with sweet cherry tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant basil, all drizzled with rich extra virgin olive oil and balsamic glaze. Perfect for picnics, casual dinners, or as an eye-catching side at gatherings, this easy-to-make recipe will soon become a favorite on your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh tortellini (cheese or spinach filling)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 cup mozzarella balls (bocconcini)
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves (chopped)
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini according to package instructions in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooled tortellini, halved cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls, and chopped basil.
- Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic glaze; season with salt and pepper.
- Gently toss to combine without breaking the mozzarella.
- Serve immediately or chill briefly before enjoying.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg