Tossed Tortellini Salad

Health score
4%
Tossed Tortellini Salad
80 min.
6
346kcal

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Welcome to a delightful culinary experience with our Tossed Tortellini Salad! This vibrant dish is not only a feast for the eyes but also a celebration of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Perfectly cooked cheese and chicken-filled tortellini serve as the heart of this salad, bringing a satisfying bite that pairs beautifully with the freshness of crisp leaf lettuce and juicy tomatoes.

What sets this salad apart is the aromatic touch of fresh basil, which infuses each mouthful with a hint of herbaceous goodness. The combination of olive oil, cider vinegar, and Dijon mustard creates a zesty dressing that ties all the ingredients together, making every bite a burst of flavor. Whether you're looking for a refreshing side dish for your next barbecue, a light lunch option, or a main course that won't weigh you down, this salad fits the bill perfectly.

With just 346 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free while enjoying a nutritious meal. Plus, it’s incredibly easy to prepare, taking only 80 minutes from start to finish, including chilling time. So gather your ingredients, and let’s create a dish that’s not only delicious but also a crowd-pleaser. Your family and friends will be asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • ounces cheese tortellini refrigerated
  • ounces tortellini refrigerated
  • cups lettuce shredded
  • tablespoons basil dried fresh chopped
  • 1.5 cups tomatoes chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper 
  • tablespoons vegetable oil 
  • tablespoons apple cider vinegar 
  • tablespoon dijon mustard 

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. Cook and drain tortellinis as directed on packages.
  2. Mix lettuce, basil, tomatoes and pepper in medium bowl. Stir in tortellinis.
  3. Mix oil, vinegar and mustard; toss with tortellini mixture. Cover and refrigerate about 1 hour or until chilled.

Nutrition Facts

Calories346kcal
Protein16.22%
Fat36.89%
Carbs46.89%

Properties

Glycemic Index
45.67
Glycemic Load
17.54
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
8.9482607996982%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.25mg
Apigenin
0.06mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.11mg
Myricetin
0.08mg
Quercetin
0.9mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:345.69kcal
17.28%
Fat:14.34g
22.06%
Saturated Fat:3.49g
21.81%
Carbohydrates:41.03g
13.68%
Net Carbohydrates:35.87g
13.04%
Sugar:4.4g
4.89%
Cholesterol:32.32mg
10.77%
Sodium:405.08mg
17.61%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:14.19g
28.37%
Vitamin K:61.62µg
58.68%
Iron:4.33mg
24.05%
Fiber:5.16g
20.63%
Calcium:180.17mg
18.02%
Manganese:0.34mg
17.13%
Vitamin A:568.82IU
11.38%
Vitamin C:6.47mg
7.85%
Vitamin E:1.07mg
7.12%
Folate:25.91µg
6.48%
Potassium:218.18mg
6.23%
Magnesium:23.41mg
5.85%
Copper:0.08mg
4.02%
Vitamin B6:0.08mg
3.95%
Phosphorus:27.38mg
2.74%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.66%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
2.65%
Zinc:0.3mg
1.98%
Vitamin B3:0.39mg
1.97%
Selenium:0.97µg
1.39%
Vitamin B5:0.1mg
1.03%