Description
Italian Grinder Tortellini Pasta Salad is a vibrant and satisfying dish that perfectly captures the essence of Italian cuisine. This refreshing salad combines tender cheese tortellini with an array of savory Italian meats and a creamy dressing, creating a delightful flavor explosion in every bite. Ideal for summer picnics, potlucks, or casual family dinners, it’s easy to prepare and can be made ahead of time for added convenience. With its colorful ingredients like cherry tomatoes and pepperoncini, this pasta salad not only pleases the palate but also makes for an eye-catching presentation. Whether served as a main course or a side dish, this hearty salad will quickly become a favorite at any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 19 ounces cheese tortellini
- ¾ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 cup sliced pepperoni
- 1 cup sliced salami
- 1 cup deli ham
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- ⅓ cup pepperoncini
- ½ medium red onion
- Grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, garlic powder, black pepper, oregano, red pepper flakes, and kosher salt until smooth.
- Add cooked and cooled tortellini to the dressing and toss gently to coat.
- Incorporate chopped pepperoncini, grated parmesan cheese, diced red onion, halved cherry tomatoes, chopped pepperoni, sliced salami, and deli ham. Mix well.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least one hour to allow flavors to meld.
- Stir again before serving chilled.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 45mg