Description
Italian Grinder Tortellini Pasta Salad is a delightful fusion of Italian flavors that elevates any gathering. This creamy, vibrant dish features cheese tortellini, zesty Italian meats, and fresh vegetables all coated in a tangy dressing. Ideal for parties, picnics, or a refreshing lunch at home, it’s both quick to prepare and incredibly satisfying. Chilling the salad enhances its flavor profile, making it even more enjoyable to serve cold. Whether as a side or a main dish, this pasta salad is sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
Scale
- ¾ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 19 ounces cheese tortellini (cooked and cooled)
- â…“ cup pepperoncini (chopped)
- 1 cup sliced pepperoni (chopped)
- 1 cup sliced salami (chopped)
- 1 cup deli ham (chopped)
- ½ medium red onion (diced)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- â…“ cup parmesan cheese (grated)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, garlic powder, black pepper, dried oregano, red pepper flakes, and kosher salt until smooth.
- Add the cooked tortellini to the bowl and gently toss to coat.
- Incorporate chopped pepperoncini, parmesan cheese, diced onion, halved cherry tomatoes, and the chopped meats into the bowl. Toss until well combined.
- Cover with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least one hour to chill.
- Stir before serving cold.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 50mg