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What truly sets the Antipasto Tortellini Pasta Salad apart is its vibrant flavor profile. The dish is a celebration of Italian cuisine, featuring a harmonious blend of savory meats, tangy cheeses, and fresh vegetables. The cheese tortellini serves as the foundation, providing a tender, pillowy base that soaks up the flavors of the accompanying ingredients. The addition of cherry tomatoes adds a pop of freshness and sweetness, while mini pepperoni contributes a savory, meaty touch.

Antipasto Tortellini Pasta Salad

Bring a taste of Italy to your next gathering with the Antipasto Tortellini Pasta Salad. This vibrant dish features tender cheese tortellini paired with savory meats, tangy cheeses, and fresh vegetables, all drenched in a zesty Italian dressing. Its stunning presentation and contrasting flavors make it perfect for potlucks, picnics, or casual dinners. Customize it to fit your dietary needs and enjoy the delicious blend of tastes that everyone will love.
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Ingredients
  

12 oz cheese tortellini

1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

1 cup mini pepperoni slices

1 cup black olives, pitted and sliced

1 cup marinated artichoke hearts, drained and chopped

1 cup roasted red peppers, diced

½ cup red onion, finely chopped

½ cup fresh mozzarella balls, halved

½ cup fresh basil leaves, torn

¾ cup Italian dressing

Salt and pepper, to taste

Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving (optional)

Instructions
 

Cook Tortellini: In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the cheese tortellini according to the package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool. Set aside.

    Prepare Vegetables and Add-Ins: While the tortellini is cooking, prep the vegetables and add-ins. Halve the cherry tomatoes, slice the olives and pepperoni, chop the artichoke hearts, and dice the roasted red peppers.

      Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked tortellini, cherry tomatoes, mini pepperoni, black olives, artichoke hearts, roasted red peppers, red onion, and fresh mozzarella balls. Gently toss to mix everything together.

        Dress the Salad: Pour the Italian dressing over the salad mixture. Add torn basil leaves. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Gently toss again to ensure everything is well-coated in the dressing.

          Chill and Serve: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the pasta salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled or at room temperature, topped with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

            Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 45 minutes | Servings: 6-8 servings