Description
A vibrant and easy-to-prepare salad featuring roasted red peppers, cheese-filled tortellini, and freshly grated Parmesan, perfect for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 2 cups roasted red peppers (jarred or freshly roasted)
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh basil (chopped)
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini: Boil salted water and cook the tortellini according to package instructions. Drain and let cool.
- Prepare the roasted peppers: If using jarred, chop into pieces. If roasting fresh, roast at 450°F for 20-30 minutes until charred, then peel and chop.
- Make the dressing: Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Combine ingredients: In a large bowl, mix tortellini, roasted peppers, and herbs. Pour dressing over and toss. Add Parmesan last.
- Chill and serve: Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving for the best flavor.
Notes
For a gluten-free option, choose gluten-free tortellini. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: tortellini, salad, roasted red pepper, vegetarian, summer recipes, easy recipes