Description
This Fresh Grinder Tortellini Salad is a quick and easy meal perfect for beginners. It’s packed with flavor and comes together in under an hour.
Ingredients
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon Italian herbs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
- 1/3 cup drained pepperoncini peppers
- 1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1/2 chopped red onion
- 19 oz frozen cheese tortellini
- 8 slices cooked and crumbled turkey bacon
- 1 cup halved grape tomatoes
Instructions
- Cook turkey bacon until crispy. Drain and crumble.
- Cook tortellini according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
- In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, salt, oregano, Italian herbs, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes.
- Add cooked tortellini, pepperoncini peppers, parmesan cheese, red onion, tomatoes, and turkey bacon to the dressing. Toss to combine.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
Notes
- Ensure tortellini is completely cooled before adding to the salad.
- Adjust red pepper flakes to your spice preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook (after initial cooking)
- Cuisine: American