Description
Italian Grinder Tortellini Pasta Salad is a vibrant and satisfying dish that combines the delightful flavors of cheese tortellini, assorted Italian meats, and a creamy dressing. Perfect for warm weather gatherings, picnics, or potlucks, this pasta salad offers a burst of flavor in every bite. Its colorful ingredients make it visually appealing, while its versatility allows it to shine as either a main dish or a side. What’s more, this salad can be prepared ahead of time, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully for an even tastier experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 19 ounces cheese tortellini
- ¾ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- â…“ cup pepperoncini
- â…“ cup grated parmesan cheese
- ½ medium red onion
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup sliced pepperoni
- 1 cup sliced salami
- 1 cup deli ham
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 cooked and cooled tortellini to the dressing and gently toss to coat.
- Incorporate pepperoncini, parmesan cheese, diced red onion, halved cherry tomatoes, chopped pepperoni, chopped salami, and deli ham into the bowl.
- Toss all ingredients until well combined.
- Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving to allow flavors to blend.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 45mg