Summertime Tortellini Pasta Salad With Vegetables
Summertime Tortellini Pasta Salad With Vegetables is the perfect dish to brighten up your warm-weather gatherings. This delicious pasta salad combines tender tortellini with an array of colorful, garden-fresh vegetables and a creamy ranch dressing, creating a refreshing meal that’s both satisfying and nutritious. Ideal for picnics, barbecues, or casual dinners, this salad can be prepared in just 10 minutes, making it an effortless choice for busy days. The vibrant colors and flavors are sure to impress your family and friends while providing a healthy option that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package (8-9 oz) tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 1 medium zucchini (thinly sliced)
- 1 large carrot (peeled and diced)
- 1 pint grape tomatoes (halved)
- 5 green onions (thinly sliced)
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley leaves (diced)
- 3/4 cup creamy ranch dressing
- 2–3 tbsp shredded Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini according to package directions until al dente. Drain using a colander and rinse under cold water until cool.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled tortellini with zucchini, carrot, grape tomatoes, green onions, and parsley.
- Stir in the creamy ranch dressing and shredded Parmesan cheese until all ingredients are well-coated.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 15mg