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Tortellini Caprese Salad

tortellini Caprese salad in rectangular glass container

Caprese salad but with tortellini pasta to turn this into a hearty meal.

Ingredients

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  1. 10 ounces Tortellini
  2. 1 pint Cherry Tomatoes
  3. 8 ounces Ciliegine Fresh Mozzarella
  4. 2 Tablespoons Fresh Basil
  5. 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
  6. 1 Tablespoon Balsamic Vinegar
  7. 1 Teaspoon Garlic Powder
  8. 1 Teaspoon Salt
  9. 1 Teaspoon Black Pepper
  10. 1 Teaspoon Basil

Instructions

  1. Cook Tortellini
  2. Cut Cherry Tomatoes in half.
  3. Slice Fresh Basil
  4. Add spices, Olive Oil, and Balsamic Vinegar
  5. Toss
  6. Rinse Tortellini, so it’s not hot, and toss them into the salad.
  7. Cut cheese balls in half and toss them in last.

Notes

Serve this with balsamic vinegar on the side because many guests like a little extra.

I used Ciliegine Fresh Mozzarella cheese balls that are 1/3 ounce in size.