Salami-Mozzarella Tortellini Pasta Salad Recipe
A delicious and easy-to-make Salami-Mozzarella Tortellini Pasta Salad featuring cheese tortellini, savory salami, fresh mozzarella, and cherry tomatoes tossed in a tangy balsamic vinaigrette. Perfect for a light lunch or picnic dish, this refreshing pasta salad combines creamy, salty, and sweet flavors with a simple dressing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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Pasta and Proteins
- 8 oz fresh or frozen cheese tortellini
- 4 oz thinly sliced salami, chopped
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella balls
Vegetables
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
Dressing
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook Tortellini: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the tortellini according to package instructions, about 3–5 minutes until al dente. Drain the pasta thoroughly and set aside to cool slightly.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the cooked tortellini, chopped salami, halved cherry tomatoes, and fresh mozzarella balls, evenly mixing them together.
- Prepare Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, dried oregano, salt, and pepper until well combined to create the salad dressing.
- Toss Salad: Pour the dressing over the combined salad ingredients and gently toss everything to coat evenly, ensuring the flavors meld perfectly.
- Chill and Serve: Cover the pasta salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to develop. Serve chilled as a refreshing side or main dish.
Notes
- You can substitute turkey pepperoni or ham for salami if preferred.
- Use fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini) for the best texture and flavor.
- Add fresh basil or parsley for extra freshness if desired.
- Make ahead and store in the refrigerator for up to 2 days, but toss again before serving.
- Adjust salt and pepper according to taste after chilling.
Keywords: salami tortellini salad, mozzarella pasta salad, cheese tortellini salad, Italian pasta salad, easy pasta salad, cold pasta salad
