Simple Recipes for Every Day
Summer Tortellini Pasta Salad
- Serves: 10
- Prep Time: 20 min
- Cook Time: 5 min
Ingredients
- 2 (10 ounce) packages cheese tortellini, prepared according to package instructions
- 2 cups shredded chicken
- 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella pearls
- 1 cup roasted red bell peppers, chopped into ½ -inch pieces
- 1 cup basil pesto
- 1½ tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- Fresh basil, thinly sliced for garnish
Ingredients
- 2 (10 ounce) packages cheese tortellini, prepared according to package instructions
- 2 cups shredded chicken
- 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella pearls
- 1 cup roasted red bell peppers, chopped into ½ -inch pieces
- 1 cup basil pesto
- 1½ tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- Fresh basil, thinly sliced for garnish
Method
In a large bowl, combine the tortellini, shredded chicken, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, roasted peppers, pesto and olive oil. Cover and refrigerate. Can be prepared up to one day ahead.
When ready to serve, top with fresh basil.