Easy Tortellini Caprese Pasta Salad Recipe
Who doesn’t love a good caprese salad? My family and I will almost order it if it’s on a restaurant menu. And I’ve got many caprese recipe versions on my site including Balsamic Chicken Caprese Salad, Caprese Pesto Pasta Salad, and many more. Make sure to check out the recipe suggestions below the recipe card in this post for ideas! For this caprese salad version, which includes juicy cherry tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, and fresh basil, I beefed it up (not with beef) but with cheese tortellini and a bit of fresh spinach. Anytime pasta is involved, the comfort food factor goes way up. Not to mention, you’ll feel full longer. I dressed this easy tortellini pasta caprese salad with a quick homemade whisk-together vinaigrette that consists of olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Italian seasoning, garlic, and onion powder. It’s light yet packed with flavor that enhances these simple ingredients without weighing them down. A final drizzle of balsamic glaze is the pièce de résistance! Ever so slightly sweet, tangy, and the perfect finishing touch for this easy pasta salad recipe that’s naturally vegetarian – perfect if you’re serving it to a mixed group. It’s great for summer holidays like Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, pool parties, graduation parties, or casual backyard entertaining. It’s also a great easy lunch that’s ready in 20 minutes or a great side for dinner.
Ingredients in Caprese Tortellini Pasta Salad
Tortellini – I use cheese tortellini but any type of tortellini you like are fine Extra virgin olive oil Garlic cloves Balsamic vinegar Italian seasoning Onion powder Salt Black pepper Cherry or grape tomatoes Mozzarella pearls (mozzarella balls) Fresh baby spinach Fresh basil Balsamic glaze – store bought is fine or make homemade balsamic reduction (or glaze)
Note: Scroll down to the recipe card section of the post for the ingredients with amounts included and for more complete directions.
How To Make Caprese Tortellini Salad
More Easy Caprese Salad Recipes:
Balsamic Chicken Caprese Salad — Juicy chicken coated in balsamic along with plump tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and basil!! Easy, healthy, ready in 15 minutes! The caprese salad you’ll make AGAIN and again!! Make-Ahead: If making this for an event or party, feel free to prep it 24 hours in advance and store covered in the fridge until your event. Tried this recipe? Leave a review! Consider leaving a 5 star rating if you’ve made and loved one of my recipes! Caprese Stuffed Chicken — Juicy chicken stuffed with sun-dried tomato pesto, gooey mozzarella cheese, and topped with fresh basil!! EASY, ready in 30 minutes, loaded with FLAVOR, and a family dinner favorite! Tomato, Basil, and Mozzarella Chicken – A healthier twist on chicken parmesan because there’s NO breaded chicken!! Easy, ready in 20 minutes, and loaded with FLAVOR! A guaranteed hit that’ll be in your regular dinner rotation!! Pesto Chicken Caprese Salad — Homemade pesto coats every bite of JUICY chicken, tomatoes, and fresh mozzarella in this fun twist on caprese salad!! EASY, ready in 20 minutes, and loaded with rich basil flavor!! Caprese Pesto Pasta Salad — Tender pasta, cherry tomatoes, and fresh mozzarella are coated in Parmesan cheese and DELICIOUS pesto sauce!! EASY, ready in 15 minutes, and great for easy meals with planned leftovers or for parties because it feeds a crowd!! Tomato, Mozzarella, and Basil Quinoa Salad (GF) – Trying to keep meals healthier and lighter? Make this easy, refreshing, and satisfying salad! Chicken Orzo Salad — Juicy chicken tossed with orzo, tomatoes, cucumbers, basil, and a super flavorful lemon vinaigrette!! Easy, healthy, ready in 30 minutes, and a perfect way to use your garden fresh veggies! Garden Fresh Tortellini Pasta Salad — Juicy tomatoes, cucumbers and corn with creamy avocado, basil and parmesan tossed in lemon vinaigrette with cheese tortellini! Healthy, easy, ready in 15 minutes!
