Deliciously Different Pasta Salad Recipe

Name: Deliciously Different Pasta Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup prosciutto, chopped; 2/3 cup basil pesto; 1/2 cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt; 1/4 cup white vinegar; 1 teaspoon dried dill; 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder; salt and pepper (for dressing); 20 ounces cheese tortellini, cooked and cooled; 8 ounces mozzarella cheese, cut into bite sized chunks (about 1 1/2 c.); 1/2 cup green onion, sliced; 1 cup cucumber, seeded and cubed; 1/3 cup sun-dried tomato, chopped; 1/3 cup pimiento, chopped; salt and pepper, to taste (for finished salad, if needed)

Servings: persons

1/2 cup prosciutto, chopped
2/3 cup basil pesto
1/2 cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt
1/4 cup white vinegar
1 teaspoon dried dill
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
salt and pepper (for dressing)
20 ounces cheese tortellini, cooked and cooled
8 ounces mozzarella cheese, cut into bite sized chunks (about 1 1/2 c.)
1/2 cup green onion, sliced
1 cup cucumber, seeded and cubed
1/3 cup sun-dried tomato, chopped
1/3 cup pimiento, chopped
salt and pepper, to taste (for finished salad, if needed)

1
In a hot non-stick skillet over medium/high heat saute the chopped prosciutto until in gets browned and crispy. (use a spray or two of cooking spray if it starts to stick at all).
2
Set pan aside to cool while you make the dressing.
3
Whisk together the pesto, Greek yogurt, white vinegar, dill, garlic powder, and salt and pepper (to taste).
4
Add the crispy bits of prosciutto, the cooked and cooled tortellini, mozzarella, green onions, cucumber, sundried tomatoes, and pimento, and mix well to coat.
5
Don't worry if the dressing is a little thin right now, after chilling it with thicken slightly and cling to the salad better.
6
Add any more salt and pepper to the finished salad now to taste, if you like.
7
Cover and chill in the fridge for at least an hour.
8
Before serving stir the salad to redistribute the dressing, and enjoy!

795

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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.

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

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup prosciutto, chopped, 2/3 cup basil pesto, 1/2 cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt, 1/4 cup white vinegar, and more.

Yes, Deliciously Different 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!

Deliciously Different Pasta Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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