This Italian Grinder Tortellini Pasta Salad is a delightful mixture of flavors and textures, featuring turkey bacon, fresh vegetables, and a tangy dressing.
Author:Souzan
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:10 minutes
Total Time:25 minutes
Yield:6 servings 1x
Category:Salad
Method:Chilled
Cuisine:Italian
Diet:Balanced
Ingredients
Scale
12 ounces cheese tortellini
6 strips turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup cucumber, diced
1/2 cup red onion, chopped
1/2 cup black olives, sliced
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1/2 cup Italian dressing
Instructions
Cook the tortellini according to the package instructions; drain and cool.
In a large bowl, combine the cooled tortellini, turkey bacon, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, black olives, and parsley.
Toss with Italian dressing until evenly coated.
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
Feel free to add more vegetables like bell peppers or arugula for extra color and flavor.
This salad can be made a day in advance, making it perfect for gatherings.
Nutrition
Serving Size:1 bowl
Calories:320
Sugar:3g
Sodium:600mg
Fat:18g
Saturated Fat:5g
Unsaturated Fat:10g
Trans Fat:0g
Carbohydrates:35g
Fiber:3g
Protein:12g
Cholesterol:25mg
Keywords: Italian Grinder, Tortellini Pasta Salad, Turkey Bacon