Description
This vibrant Caprese Salad with Tortellini combines fresh basil, ripe tomatoes, and creamy mozzarella, making it a perfect dish for family dinners or festive celebrations.
Ingredients
- Tortellini
- Fresh Mozzarella
- Ripe Tomatoes
- Fresh Basil
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Balsamic Vinegar
- Salt and Pepper
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini in a large pot of boiling salted water according to package instructions.
- Prepare the ingredients by dicing the mozzarella and tomatoes and tearing the basil leaves.
- Combine the cooked tortellini, diced mozzarella, tomatoes, and torn basil in a large mixing bowl.
- Dress the salad with olive oil and balsamic vinegar; season with salt and pepper.
- Taste test and adjust seasoning as necessary.
- Serve the salad immediately in bowls or on a serving dish.
Notes
Feel free to personalize with added proteins or seasonal veggies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling and Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Caprese Salad, Tortellini, Italian Salad, Vegetarian Dish, Fresh Ingredients