Tortellini Salad with Grilled Tomato Vinaigrette

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 2
Tasty Tortellini Salad with Grilled Tomato Vinaigrette recipe that you can't resist
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Prep

15 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 pound rainbow tortellini pasta , uncooked
3 roma ( plum ) tomatoes
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 clove garlic , minced
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons Dijon-style prepared mustard
1 teaspoon honey
1/3 cup olive oil
1/3 cup vegetable oil
salt and pepper to taste
3/4 cup shredded provolone cheese
3 ounces hard salami , diced
2/3 cup sliced celery
1/4 cup sliced black olives
1/2 cup red bell pepper , diced
1 tablespoon red onion , diced
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
salt and pepper to taste

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
415
Sugar
5g
Fat
31g
Tortellini Salad with Grilled Tomato Vinaigrette is a great summer salad recipe that is both filling and fresh. The grilled tomato vinaigrette adds a smoky flavor and takes the usual salad to the next level. This salad consists of cooked tortellini, fresh vegetables such as celery, black olives, red bell pepper, and red onions, and a delicious vinaigrette dressing. The dressing is a combination of grilled roma tomatoes, olive oil, vinegar, mustard, and various herbs, providing a perfectly balanced, tangy taste. This salad is versatile and can be served as a main dish, side dish, or as an appetizer.

Instructions

1.Preheat grill for high heat.
2.Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add tortellini pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain and rinse under cold water.
3.Place tomatoes on the grill. Grill for 2 minutes on each side, or until the skin is blistered and charred. Remove and cool for a few minutes.
4.In a blender or food processor, combine tomato paste, garlic, red wine vinegar, balsamic vinegar, mustard, honey, olive oil and vegetable oil. Blend until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
5.In a large bowl, combine the tortellini, tomato vinaigrette, provolone cheese, salami, celery, black olives, red bell pepper, red onion, parsley, rosemary and lemon juice. Toss to coat.
6.Season with salt and pepper to taste.

PROS

Tortellini Salad with Grilled Tomato Vinaigrette is a great combination of flavors and textures.
It is easy to prepare and very flavorful.

All ingredients in this salad are healthy, fresh and full of essential nutrients.

CONS

This salad can be high in calories if consumed in large quantities.
Additionally, the preparation and grilling of the tomatoes may take some time.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Tortellini is a good source of carbohydrates, while the vegetables provide antioxidants, vitamins and minerals.
Tomatoes have been known to contribute to heart health and in reducing the risk of certain cancers.
Provolone cheese is a good source of protein and calcium while black olives contain healthy fats that benefit the body.

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