Tortellini Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette

Tortellini Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette is a fresh, vibrant dish perfect for summer gatherings, light lunches, or a flavorful side. Tender cheese-filled tortellini are tossed with juicy cherry tomatoes, salty feta, and fragrant basil, then dressed in a zesty lemon vinaigrette for a simple yet impressive salad. This dish is quick to prepare and even better after a short chill, making it an easy make-ahead option bursting with Mediterranean flair.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: ~310 kcal per serving

📝 Ingredients

For the Salad:

• 10 oz (280 g) cheese tortellini, cooked and cooled
• 1 cup (150 g) cherry tomatoes, halved
• ½ cup (75 g) crumbled feta cheese
• ¼ cup (30 g) red onion, finely sliced
• ½ cup (15 g) fresh basil leaves, chopped
• ¼ cup (40 g) black olives, sliced (optional)

For the Lemon Vinaigrette:

• 3 tbsp (45 ml) extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tbsp (15 ml) fresh lemon juice
• 1 tsp (5 g) Dijon mustard
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• ½ tsp (2 g) salt
• ¼ tsp (1 g) black pepper

👩‍🍳 Instructions