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Marry Me Tortellini Pasta Salad

Irresistible Marry Me Tortellini Pasta Salad to Wow Your Guests

Enjoy a delightful Marry Me Tortellini Pasta Salad, combining fresh ingredients and creamy flavors, perfect for gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 6 hours
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 package Cheese Tortellini Cook until al dente
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Halved
  • 1/2 cup Sun-dried Tomatoes Chopped finely
  • 1/2 cup Basil Leaves Fresh
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated
  • 2 cups Baby Spinach Added just before serving
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise Luxurious creaminess
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Enhances tangy flavor
  • 1/4 cup Italian Dressing Low-sodium if preferred
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic Fresh
  • 1/4 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Adjust to taste
  • to taste Salt Always season to taste
  • to taste Pepper Always season to taste

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the cheese tortellini in a large pot of salted boiling water for about 3-5 minutes until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water. Set aside to cool.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the cooled tortellini, halved cherry tomatoes, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, fresh basil, grated Parmesan, and baby spinach. Toss gently to combine.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, Italian dressing, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, and seasoning until smooth.
  4. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and gently fold to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  5. Before serving, gently toss the salad and garnish with extra cherry tomatoes and fresh basil. Serve chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 12gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. For best flavor, chill salad for at least 4 hours before serving, or overnight if possible.

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