Description
Discover the best Greek tortellini salad recipe. Fresh ingredients, easy steps, and delicious flavors for the perfect salad.
Ingredients
Ingredients List
To make a delicious Greek tortellini salad, gather the following ingredients:
- Tortellini: 1 package (20 oz)
- Cherry Tomatoes: 1 cup, halved
- Cucumber: 1, diced
- Red Onion: 1/4 cup, thinly sliced
- Kalamata Olives: 1/2 cup, pitted and halved
- Feta Cheese: 1 cup, crumbled
- Bell Peppers: 1 cup, diced (red, green, or yellow)
- Olive Oil: 1/3 cup
- Red Wine Vinegar: 3 tablespoons
- Lemon Juice: 2 tablespoons
- Garlic: 2 cloves, minced
- Dried Oregano: 1 teaspoon
- Salt: 1/2 teaspoon
- Black Pepper: 1/4 teaspoon
Instructions
Step-by-Step Instructions
Follow these steps to create the perfect Greek tortellini salad:
- Preparing the Ingredients:
- Cook tortellini according to package instructions.
- Drain and rinse under cold water.
- Prepare the vegetables: halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the cucumber, slice the red onion, and dice the bell peppers.
- Making the Dressing:
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
- Assembling the Salad:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked tortellini, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, bell peppers, Kalamata olives, and feta cheese.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Serving Suggestions:
- Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Garnish with additional feta cheese or fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
- Use Fresh Ingredients: For the best flavor and texture.
- Experiment with Flavors: Add different vegetables or herbs.
- Storing Leftovers: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheating: Best served cold, but can be brought to room temperature if desired.