Fresh Grinder Tortellini Salad
A delicious and vibrant Fresh Grinder Tortellini Salad perfect for impressing your guests.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6-8 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- For the dressing:
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp dried Italian herbs
- 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper
- 1 cup mayonnaise (preferably Hellmann’s)
- 1 tsp dried oregano (or 1 tbsp fresh, finely chopped)
- For the salad:
- 1/3 cup drained pepperoncini peppers (thinly sliced or roughly chopped)
- 8 slices cooked crumbled bacon
- 1 cup halved grape tomatoes
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped red onion (finely chopped for milder flavor)
- 19 oz frozen cheese tortellini (cooked al dente)
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine all the dressing ingredients and mix well.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked tortellini, pepperoncini peppers, crumbled bacon, grape tomatoes, grated Parmesan cheese, and chopped red onion.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled and enjoy your delicious Fresh Grinder Tortellini Salad!
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, omit the bacon.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or cucumbers for added crunch.
- Adjust the level of crushed red pepper to taste for desired heat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 20mg