Greek Tortellini Salad

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 3
Savor the taste of boujee Greek Tortellini Salad
in Salad

Prep

15 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

180 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 packages frozen cheese tortellini
6 ounces black olives ( drained , pitted and sliced ) or 40 kalamata olives ( drained , pitted and sliced )
4 ounces feta cheese ( crumbled )
1 green pepper , cut into thin strips
1 red pepper , cut into thin strips
1 yellow pepper , cut into thin strips
1 small red onion , chopped
1/2 cup seasoned rice wine vinegar
1/2 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon dried mint
1 teaspoon Greek oregano
1 1/2 teaspoons seasoning salt
1 teaspoon garlic powder
2 tablespoons sherry wine
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
464
Sugar
4g
Fat
36g
This boujee Greek Tortellini Salad is a delicious twist on a classic salad dish. Not only is it easy to prepare, but it's also packed with a multitude of flavors, colors, and textures. The mildly flavored tortellini are generously topped with the tangy olives and crumbled feta, while the strips of colorful bell peppers and the chopped red onion add a crunchy and refreshing taste. The fresh herbs and spices in the dressing make the salad more zingy and complete your healthy meal with various health benefits. This Greek Tortellini Salad will quickly become a favorite alongside your other quick-serve vegetable dishes.

Instructions

1.Begin by cooking the tortellini according to package instructions.
2.In a large bowl, mix together cooked tortellini, olives, feta cheese, peppers, and red onion.
3.In a small bowl, whisk together rice wine vinegar, olive oil, lemon juice, dried mint, Greek oregano, seasoning salt, garlic powder, sherry wine, and crushed red pepper flakes to make the dressing.
4.Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well to evenly coat.
5.Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

PROS

This salad is a tasty and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for lunch or dinner.

The colorful peppers make the salad visually appealing, and the feta cheese and olives add a bold and zesty flavor.

It’s also a great salad for potlucks and parties.

CONS

The use of packaged, frozen tortellini may not be as healthy as using fresh ingredients.

This salad is high in sodium due to the inclusion of olives and feta cheese.

It’s also relatively high in calories and fat, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Despite its cons, this salad does offer some health benefits.
The use of multiple colors of peppers means it is rich in vitamin C, which can help support a healthy immune system and reduce inflammation.
Olives are a good source of heart-healthy monounsaturated fats, and feta cheese provides a good source of protein and calcium.

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