Tortellini Salad Recipe

Name: Tortellini Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 lb. fresh spinach tortellini; 3/4 lb. fresh egg tortellini; 1 lb. broccoli florets; 1/2 lb. carrots, peeled and cut in 1/4-inch slices; 1 large red bell pepper, julienned; 1 large yellow pepper, julienned; 1/2 c. fresh basil, chopped; 2 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice; 1 Tbsp. Dijon mustard; 1 egg yolk; 1 Tbsp. balsamic vinegar; 1/2 c. vegetable oil; 1/2 c. olive oil; salt and pepper to taste

Servings: persons

3/4 lb. fresh spinach tortellini
3/4 lb. fresh egg tortellini
1 lb. broccoli florets
1/2 lb. carrots, peeled and cut in 1/4-inch slices
1 large red bell pepper, julienned
1 large yellow pepper, julienned
1/2 c. fresh basil, chopped
2 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
1 Tbsp. Dijon mustard
1 egg yolk
1 Tbsp. balsamic vinegar
1/2 c. vegetable oil
1/2 c. olive oil
salt and pepper to taste

1
Cook tortellini according to instructions.
2
Drain and place in large mixing bowl.
3
Cook broccoli just until tender.
4
Cook carrots just until tender.
5
Drain both and combine with tortellini.
6
Add peppers and fresh basil and toss.
7
Whip yolk, lemon juice, mustard and vinegar.
8
Pour oils in a thin steady stream to make a light mayonnaise.
9
Pour dressing over salad and toss to coat.
10
Serve at room temperature or slightly chilled.
11
Looks festive and can be served meatless.

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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: 3/4 lb. fresh spinach tortellini, 3/4 lb. fresh egg tortellini, 1 lb. broccoli florets, 1/2 lb. carrots, peeled and cut in 1/4-inch slices, and more.

Yes, Tortellini 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!

Tortellini Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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