Tortellini Salad

This Gluten-Free Tortellini Salad combines tender tortellini with fresh vegetables and a zesty dressing, making it a perfect light meal or side dish. Enjoy the delightful flavors and textures that come together in this easy-to-make recipe.

Ingredients

• Gluten-free tortellini - 200 grams
• Cherry tomatoes - 150 grams, halved
• Cucumber - 1 medium, diced
• Bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Black olives - 50 grams, sliced
• Fresh basil - 15 grams, chopped
• Feta cheese - 100 grams, crumbled
• Olive oil - 3 tablespoons
• Red wine vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic powder - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - ½ teaspoon
• Black pepper - ¼ teaspoon

Steps

1. Cook the gluten-free tortellini according to package instructions, usually about 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, diced bell pepper, sliced black olives, and chopped fresh basil.
3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
4. Add the cooled tortellini to the vegetable mixture, then pour the dressing over the top and toss gently to combine.
5. Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese on top before serving. Enjoy chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 55 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 30 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein from tortellini and feta cheese.
• Packed with vitamins and antioxidants from fresh vegetables.

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