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Olive Tortellini Pasta Salad

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A flavorful pasta salad featuring cheese-filled tortellini mixed with olives, fresh vegetables, and a zesty dressing, perfect for a hearty meal or side dish.

Ingredients

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  • 12 oz cheese tortellini, cooked and chilled
  • 1 cup black olives, sliced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced
  • 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, cubed
  • 1/4 cup salami, diced
  • 1/4 cup Italian dressing
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook tortellini according to package directions; drain and rinse with cold water to chill.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the chilled tortellini, black olives, cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, cucumber, red onion, mozzarella cheese, and salami.
  3. Pour Italian dressing over the salad and toss until all ingredients are evenly coated.
  4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Notes

For a vegetarian version, omit the salami and add extra vegetables or beans. Use fresh herbs like basil or parsley for additional flavor. The salad can be made a day ahead for improved taste.

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