Description
Italian Grinder Tortellini Pasta Salad is a vibrant and satisfying dish that masterfully blends creamy cheese tortellini with an array of Italian meats and fresh vegetables. This hearty salad is perfect for any gathering—be it a picnic, potluck, or casual lunch at home. With its rich flavors and colorful presentation, it’s sure to impress your guests! The creamy dressing not only enhances the taste but also allows the ingredients to meld beautifully when chilled. Quick to prepare and packed with flavor, this pasta salad is a crowd-pleaser that you can make ahead of time for ultimate convenience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 19 ounces cheese tortellini, cooked and cooled
- ¾ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 cup sliced pepperoni
- 1 cup sliced salami
- 1 cup deli ham
- â…“ cup pepperoncini, drained and chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ medium red onion, diced
- â…“ cup parmesan cheese, grated
- garlic powder
- black pepper
- dried oregano
- red pepper flakes
- kosher salt
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, garlic powder, black pepper, oregano, red pepper flakes, and kosher salt until smooth.
- Add the cooked tortellini to the dressing and gently toss to coat.
- Incorporate the pepperoncini, parmesan cheese, red onion, cherry tomatoes, pepperoni, salami, and deli ham into the bowl.
- Mix everything well using a large spoon or spatula to ensure even distribution.
- Cover with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 30mg