Grinder Salad Tortellini Pasta Salad
Grinder Salad Tortellini Pasta Salad is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings together creamy dressing with colorful ingredients, making it an ideal side for summer BBQs or gatherings. This pasta salad features a delightful mix of fresh vegetables, tender tortellini, and zesty flavors that will impress your guests and leave them reaching for seconds. Perfectly versatile, you can enjoy it as a light main course or as a complementary side dish to your favorite grilled meats. The best part? It’s incredibly easy to prepare and can be made ahead of time, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully in the fridge. Whether you’re serving at a picnic or a family dinner, this chilled salad is sure to be a hit.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Side
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 19 oz frozen cheese tortellini
- 1/3 cup pepperoncinis peppers, drained
- 1/3 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 red onion, chopped
- 1 heaping cup grape tomatoes, sliced
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini according to package instructions in boiling water until tender. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a large mixing bowl, mix together mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, salt, oregano, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes.
- Add cooked tortellini to the dressing along with drained pepperoncinis, Parmesan cheese, chopped onion, and sliced tomatoes. Gently fold until well combined.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 23g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg