Easy Pesto Tortellini Pasta Salad
This easy recipes favorite combines cheese tortellini, fresh tomatoes, and basil pesto into a flavorful and fast summer pasta salad.
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 1 (20 oz) package refrigerated cheese tortellini
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/3 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/3 cup basil pesto (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil leaves, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the tortellini according to the package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked tortellini, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and Parmesan cheese.
- Add pesto and olive oil, then toss gently to coat everything evenly.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Garnish with fresh basil if desired and serve cold or at room temperature.