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A vibrant, close-up view of a bowl of tortellini pasta salad with pesto, showcasing fresh ingredients.

Easy Pesto Tortellini Pasta Salad Recipe for Summer

A quick and flavorful pasta salad perfect for summer gatherings, combining fresh ingredients with vibrant pesto.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 12 ounces cheese tortellini
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup fresh mozzarella balls
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
  • 1/2 cup pesto sauce
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • to taste Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional pine nuts for garnish

Method
 

  1. Cook tortellini, drain, and rinse with cold water.
  2. Combine tortellini, tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil in a large bowl.
  3. Add pesto and olive oil, then toss to coat.
  4. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

Garnish with pine nuts for added crunch and flavor.