Colorful Tortellini Pasta Salad Recipe

Name: Colorful Tortellini Pasta Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 16 ounces cheese-filled egg tortellini; 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced; 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced; 1 orange bell pepper, chopped; 1 green bell pepper, chopped; 1 red onion, thinly sliced; 1/2 cup black olives, sliced; 1/4 cup white wine vinegar; 1/4 cup olive oil; 2 tablespoons of fresh mint, chopped; 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped; 3 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped; 3 tablespoons lemon juice; 1 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground; 1 teaspoon garlic granules; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 4 dashes hot pepper sauce; 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese; 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

16 ounces cheese-filled egg tortellini
1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 orange bell pepper, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup black olives, sliced
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons of fresh mint, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
3 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
1 teaspoon garlic granules
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
4 dashes hot pepper sauce
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

1
Cook pasta according to directions on the package.
2
When making any pasta salad, I prefer to under cook it by a minute or two so that it is a bit more firm, but this is up to you.
3
Rinse with cold water and drain well.
4
Whisk together vinegar, olive oil, herbs, lemon juice, garlic, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and hot sauce in a medium bowl or large measuring cup.
5
Combine peppers, onion, and olives in a very large bowl.
6
Gently stir in tortellini.
7
Pour dressing over salad and lightly toss to coat pasta and vegetables.
8
Cover and refrigerate overnight or for at least four hours.
9
Just before serving, sprinkle the cheeses on top.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 16 ounces cheese-filled egg tortellini, 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced, 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced, 1 orange bell pepper, chopped, and more.

Yes, Colorful Tortellini Pasta Salad falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Colorful Tortellini Pasta Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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