Bruschetta-Style Tortellini Salad

Health score
1%
Bruschetta-Style Tortellini Salad
20 min.
10
287kcal

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Are you looking for a vibrant and delicious dish that perfectly balances fresh flavors and satisfying textures? Look no further than this Bruschetta-Style Tortellini Salad! This delightful recipe combines the classic Italian bruschetta elements with the heartiness of cheese-filled tortellini, making it an ideal choice for a side dish, lunch, or even a main course.

In just 20 minutes, you can whip up a colorful salad that serves 10 people, making it perfect for gatherings, picnics, or family meals. The combination of juicy diced tomatoes, aromatic basil, and zesty garlic creates a dressing that elevates the dish to new heights. Toss in some fresh mushrooms, creamy mozzarella, and savory pepperoni, and you have a medley of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.

This Bruschetta-Style Tortellini Salad is not only quick to prepare but also packed with nutrients, boasting a balanced caloric breakdown that includes protein, healthy fats, and carbohydrates. Whether you're serving it at a summer barbecue or enjoying it as a light lunch, this salad is sure to impress your guests and leave them asking for seconds. So grab your ingredients and get ready to enjoy a dish that celebrates the essence of Italian cuisine!

Ingredients

  • 14.5  canned tomatoes diced organic drained canned
  • 0.3 cup basil fresh chopped
  • tablespoons olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • clove garlic finely chopped
  • 20 oz cheese tortellini refrigerated
  • oz mushrooms fresh sliced
  • cup mozzarella cheese cubed
  • 0.5 cup onion red chopped
  • 2.3 oz olives ripe drained sliced canned
  • 0.5 package pepperoni sliced cut in half (3.5-oz size)

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. In medium bowl, mix dressing ingredients.
  2. Cook and drain tortellini as directed on package. Rinse with cold water to cool; drain. In large bowl, toss tortellini with dressing, mushrooms, cheese, onion, olives and pepperoni; stir in reserved tomato juice.
  3. Cover and refrigerate 1 to 4 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories287kcal
Protein18.1%
Fat45.01%
Carbs36.89%

Properties

Glycemic Index
30.2
Glycemic Load
11.65
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
4.7047826362693%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.04mg
Isorhamnetin
0.4mg
Kaempferol
0.05mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
1.63mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:286.83kcal
14.34%
Fat:14.43g
22.2%
Saturated Fat:4.84g
30.22%
Carbohydrates:26.61g
8.87%
Net Carbohydrates:23.92g
8.7%
Sugar:2.43g
2.7%
Cholesterol:37.23mg
12.41%
Sodium:530.27mg
23.06%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:13.05g
26.1%
Calcium:145.84mg
14.58%
Fiber:2.69g
10.75%
Iron:1.77mg
9.81%
Selenium:5.42µg
7.74%
Phosphorus:66.81mg
6.68%
Vitamin B2:0.11mg
6.53%
Vitamin B12:0.35µg
5.88%
Vitamin E:0.77mg
5.11%
Vitamin K:5.05µg
4.81%
Vitamin B3:0.92mg
4.62%
Zinc:0.6mg
4.01%
Manganese:0.08mg
3.84%
Copper:0.07mg
3.47%
Vitamin B5:0.33mg
3.3%
Vitamin B6:0.06mg
3.14%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.72%
Vitamin A:135.73IU
2.71%
Potassium:94.51mg
2.7%
Magnesium:7.04mg
1.76%
Vitamin C:1.22mg
1.48%
Folate:5.86µg
1.47%
Vitamin D:0.16µg
1.1%