Kitchen notes · a little help before you start
Tortellini Salad
Tortellini Salad is made with tortellini, cheddar cheese, and mozzarella cheese.
- Prep
- 10 min
- Cook
- 5 min
- Total
- 15 min
- Original yield
- Serves 10
- Ingredients
- 10 listed
Make it part of your week
Recipe categories & planning details
- Meal type
- Sides
- Primary protein
- Pork
- Cuisine
- Italian
- Preparation & total time
- Prep: 15 minutes or less · Total: 30 minutes or less
- Dish type
- Salads
A few quick notes
1. Check the package directions
Use the package directions where the method calls for them.
2. Allow for chilling
Include the chilling step when deciding when to start.
Get to know the ingredients
tortellini
In the method: Cook the tortellini per package directions.
cheddar cheese (cubed)
In the method: When it is done, mix in the cheese, peppers, tomatoes, onion, pepperoni, and basil.
mozzarella cheese (cubed)
In the method: When it is done, mix in the cheese, peppers, tomatoes, onion, pepperoni, and basil.
Let’s make it
Choose your servings, then check things off as you go.
Original recipe: Serves 10. Original quantities shown.
Check ingredients as you prepare them. These checks stay on this page.
Ingredient note
Source: 16 oz tortelliniIngredient note
Source: 4 oz cheddar cheese (cubed)Ingredient note
Source: 4 oz mozzarella cheese (cubed)Ingredient note
Source: 1 green bell pepper (diced)Ingredient note
Source: 1 red bell pepper (diced)Ingredient note
Source: 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)Ingredient note
Source: 1/2 cup red onion (finely diced)Ingredient note
Source: 8 oz pepperoni slicesIngredient note
Source: 1 cup Italian dressing (see note)Ingredient note
Source: 1/4 cup fresh basil (chopped)
How to make it
0 of 4 steps completeMake room for Tortellini Salad
Review ingredients in your pantry before anything is added. Meal plans use your household size; grocery-only additions use the servings selected above.
The last little job
Finish as directed
Enjoy!
A few questions you might have
What should I prepare first?
Start with this step: Cook the tortellini per package directions.
Which preparation step should I plan for?
Use the package directions where the method calls for them.
What happens at the end?
Enjoy!
How do I plan the ingredient amounts?
This version serves 10. Use the ingredient amounts listed for that yield. If you change the number of portions, check equipment and the full method as well as the shopping quantities.
Additional recipe notes
I prefer this homemade creamy Italian dressing for this salad. It has a TON of flavor and is really easy to make. If you are short on time, you can use your favorite bottled Italian dressing. Make sure to get a good quality dressing as the flavor of the dressing will greatly impact the flavor of your salad. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To prep ahead, cook pasta and store in the fridge in cold water. Prep all ingredients and store separately. When ready to serve, drain the pasta and then mix with remaining ingredients. ©2019 Easy Family Recipes
Storage & reheating safety
For cooked, perishable leftovers, refrigerate within 2 hours (1 hour above 90°F), using shallow containers for prompt cooling. Keep the refrigerator at 40°F or below, use refrigerated leftovers within 3–4 days, and reheat hot leftovers to 165°F, checked with a food thermometer. Follow any shorter package limit.
These are general safety limits, not a tested storage or freezing recommendation for this particular dish. USDA leftovers guidance · Safe cooking temperatures
Recipe source: easyfamilyrecipes.com. Ingredient names and quantities may be adapted for the pantry.
Preparation notes follow the recipe shown here.
