Marinated Garden Tortellini Salad

Health score
9%
Marinated Garden Tortellini Salad
200 min.
4
306kcal

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Welcome to a delightful culinary experience with our Marinated Garden Tortellini Salad! This vibrant dish is not just a feast for the eyes but also a celebration of fresh flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. Perfect as a side dish, antipasti, or even a light snack, this salad is versatile enough to complement any meal or stand alone as a refreshing treat.

Imagine tender cheese-filled tortellini mingling with crisp broccoli florets, juicy cherry tomatoes, and crunchy cucumber, all brought together by a zesty Italian dressing. The addition of medium green onions adds a subtle sharpness, while the salad supreme seasoning elevates the flavor profile to new heights. Each bite is a harmonious blend of ingredients that not only satisfies your hunger but also nourishes your body with wholesome goodness.

What makes this salad truly special is its ability to be prepared ahead of time. With a marinating period of at least three hours, the flavors meld beautifully, creating a dish that is bursting with freshness and depth. Whether you're hosting a summer barbecue, a family gathering, or simply looking for a quick and healthy meal, this Marinated Garden Tortellini Salad is sure to impress. So grab your ingredients, and let’s get cooking!

Ingredients

  • oz cheese tortellini refrigerated
  • cups broccoli florets frozen
  • cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 0.3 cup spring onion sliced
  • 0.5 medium cucumber quartered cut into 1/4-inch slices
  • 0.5 cup salad dressing italian
  • tablespoon penzey's southwest seasoning 

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. Cook tortellini as directed on package to desired doneness, adding broccoli during last minute of cook time.
  2. Drain; rinse with cold water to cool.
  3. Drain well.
  4. Meanwhile, in large bowl, mix remaining ingredients.
  5. Add cooked tortellini and broccoli to salad; toss gently to coat. Cover; refrigerate at least 3 hours to blend flavors. Stir gently before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories306kcal
Protein15.29%
Fat34.56%
Carbs50.15%

Properties

Glycemic Index
33.5
Glycemic Load
13.42
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
14.702173989752%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.37mg
Kaempferol
3.66mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
2.41mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:305.86kcal
15.29%
Fat:12.04g
18.52%
Saturated Fat:2.77g
17.33%
Carbohydrates:39.3g
13.1%
Net Carbohydrates:33.52g
12.19%
Sugar:7.3g
8.11%
Cholesterol:24.24mg
8.08%
Sodium:590.07mg
25.66%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:11.98g
23.97%
Vitamin K:101.63µg
96.79%
Vitamin C:51.26mg
62.13%
Fiber:5.78g
23.11%
Iron:3.8mg
21.09%
Calcium:186.61mg
18.66%
Manganese:0.36mg
17.83%
Vitamin E:1.92mg
12.82%
Folate:49.79µg
12.45%
Vitamin A:619.48IU
12.39%
Potassium:347.66mg
9.93%
Vitamin B6:0.18mg
9.15%
Magnesium:28.62mg
7.16%
Phosphorus:57.93mg
5.79%
Vitamin B2:0.09mg
5.43%
Copper:0.1mg
5.11%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.62%
Vitamin B5:0.41mg
4.08%
Vitamin B3:0.74mg
3.71%
Selenium:2.14µg
3.06%
Zinc:0.43mg
2.84%