Whip up a deli counter favorite from the comfort of your kitchen with this fast and fresh recipe for Greek Tortellini Pasta Salad.
Ready to taste the rainbow? If big, bold salads centered around cheesy carbs are your thing, then allow me to introduce you to your new BFF: Greek Tortellini Pasta Salad.
There are few things refrigerated tortellini can’t do. Pasta bake? Done. Seasonal soup? Sure thing. Thirty-minute dinner winner? Absolutely.
But perhaps tortellini’s greatest role of all time is in the no-longer-humble, deli-inspired chilled pasta salad.
You know the dish I’m talking about? It’s the answer to every summer potluck conundrum. Usually, it’s scooped up by the quarter-pound, packed haphazardly into a clear carton and tucked into a cooler for later consumption.
Now you can switch up the flavor profile of this side dish staple with whatever veggies are in season, from roasted Brussels sprouts in winter to sweet cherry tomatoes in summer. Then take your pick from any cheese imaginable and toss it all together with a quick-fix red wine vinaigrette.
This tortellini pasta salad can be served warm, room temp or chilled, and it’s best when made a day (or even two!) in advance so the flavors get a chance to really join forces. Ready to make it a meal? Fold in shredded rotisserie chicken and you’ll have a guaranteed dinner winner!
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Ingredients
For the pasta salad:
- 1 (20-oz. package) refrigerated tortellini (any variety)
- 2 cups halved cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 cup diced red onion
- 2/3 cup diced cucumbers
- 2/3 cup diced green peppers
- 1/3 cup sliced kalamata olives
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
For the dressing:
- 1/2 cup red wine vinegar
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Instructions
Make the pasta salad:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the tortellini and cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain and transfer to a large serving bowl.
- Add the remaining salad ingredients and toss to combine.
Make the dressing:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the red wine vinegar, minced garlic, sugar and dried oregano. While whisking, drizzle in the olive oil.
- Add the dressing to the pasta salad and toss to combine.
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Recipe by Kelly Senyei of Just a Taste. Please do not reprint this recipe without my permission. If you'd like to feature this recipe on your site, please rewrite the method of preparation and link to this post as the original source.
Kelly thank you for another easy and delicious recipe. I substituted red wine vinegar with balsamic & apple cider, and it still came out great. Also I used some onion, red chilli flakes, and black pepper.
You are so welcome! I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe!
I like it……..
I made this last weekend. Looked as good as it tasted! Yum
I’m so glad you enjoyed the recipe, Diane!
Kelly this looks great. Would like to make for church picnic. Can I make this with dressing and refrigerate over night or should I add the dressing just before serving. Thank you.
Hi Gail! This salad is at it’s best when made a day (or even two!) in advance so the flavors get a chance to really join forces. So yes, make it with the dressing and let it marinate overnight!
Your Greek pasta salad is a go-to in my house. We love tortellini so can’t wait to try this one!
Awesome! I look forward to your review, Cassie!