How to Make Charlotte's Tortellini Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

Charlotte's Tortellini Salad is a delightful and refreshing dish that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you are hosting a summer picnic, a barbecue, or simply want to add a new and exciting dish to your weekly meal rotation, this tortellini salad is sure to impress.

What sets Charlotte's Tortellini Salad apart from other pasta salads is its unique combination of flavors and textures. The cheesy tortellini, paired with crisp vegetables and savory dressing, create a symphony of taste in ...

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Ingredients

  • 16 ounces cheese-filled tortellini
  • 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper, julienned
  • 1 small red onion, julienned
  • ½ cup sliced black olives
  • ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1 boneless chicken breast half, cooked and sliced into thin strips
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons grated lemon zest, minced
  • ¼ cup lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons ground walnuts
  • 1 tablespoon honey

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente. Drain and cool under cold water. Refrigerate until chilled.
  • Prepare the dressing in a small bowl by whisking together the olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, walnuts, and honey. Refrigerate until chilled.
  • In a salad bowl, combine pasta, peppers, red onion, olives, and chicken. Add lemon dressing and feta cheese, toss and serve.
  • Nutrition

    356 cal.

    • Total Fat: 20g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 37mg
    • Sodium: 490mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 32g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 15g
    • Vitamin C: 49mg
    • Calcium: 172mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 161mg