Tortellini Pasta Salad (with Tomatoes, Basil, & Fresh Corn)
Tortellini Pasta Salad with Tomatoes, Basil, and Fresh Corn is a colorful and refreshing dish that encapsulates the vibrant spirit of summer. This delightful salad features tender tortellini paired with juicy cherry tomatoes, sweet corn, and aromatic basil, all tossed in a zesty homemade vinaigrette. Whether you’re hosting a picnic, attending a barbecue, or looking for a light weeknight dinner, this pasta salad is sure to impress. Easy to prepare and perfect for meal prep, it tastes even better after chilling in the fridge, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully. Enjoy this versatile dish as a side or light main course that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
- Cheese tortellini (frozen or fresh)
- Cherry tomatoes
- Fresh corn kernels
- Fresh basil leaves
- Extra-virgin olive oil
- Red apple vinegar
- Lemon juice
- Dijon mustard
Instructions
- Boil the tortellini according to package directions until al dente. Drain and cool.
- In a large salad bowl, combine the cooled tortellini with sliced tomatoes, corn, basil, and grated Parmesan cheese. Season with black pepper.
- In a jar, mix olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, remaining Parmesan cheese, garlic salt, and black pepper. Shake until emulsified.
- Pour the vinaigrette over the salad mixture and toss gently until well coated. Chill for at least two hours before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg