Get the Recipe: Tortellini Pasta Salad
This divine Tortellini Pasta Salad is easy, delicious, and packed with wholesome ingredients. Grilled chicken is paired with cheese tortellini, fresh pesto, tomatoes, and mozzarella cheese!
Ingredients
- 1 ½ lbs cheese tortellinii, use a gluten free version if on a GF diet
- 1 ½ cups shredded or cubed cooked chicken
- ¾ cup basil pesto
- 1 ½ cups cherry tomatoes halved
- 8 oz mozzarella cheese pearls
- ½ cup fresh grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- ½ tsp salt
Equipment
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini according to package directions, drain, place them in a large bowl and then place them in the fridge to cool for about 10-15 minutes.
- Once cooled, add all the remaining ingredients to the bowl and toss until well combined. Chill for about 30 minutes or until ready to serve.
- Once chilled, toss again and serve!
Notes
- This recipe will keep for about 2 hours out at room temperature. After that, it needs to be discarded!
- This recipe is cheesy, zesty, and really herby! It’s perfect for a pesto and cheese lover! You can use any type of tortellini for this pasta salad!
- Use rotisserie chicken or leftover grilled chicken in this recipe for the best flavor!
- This pasta salad also makes a great light lunch with the chicken and pasta, but it’s also great for a potluck or BBQ! It’s easy to make ahead, and will keep in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Serving: 1/8 of recipe, Calories: 523kcal, Carbohydrates: 43g, Protein: 27.4g, Fat: 26g, Cholesterol: 75mg, Sodium: 658mg, Fiber: 2.2g, Sugar: 2.5g
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