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Mediterranean Tortellini Pasta Salad

Published by Meaghan on December 27, 2014 | last updated on May 5, 2022.

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Mediterranean Tortellini Pasta Salad makes a filling vegetarian meal, or a flavor-packed Summer side dish. With bright, fresh veggies, cheese filled tortellini pasta, and salty feta cheese tossed in a Greek-style red wine vinaigrette this is bound to be the headliner of any menu.

Mediterranean Tortellini Pasta Salad

 

It was the day after Christmas, and all through the house children were playing with plenty of arguments over tv time and game systems for their parents to dowse.

The wrapping paper was all picked up and Santa’s supplies packed away with care, when I realized, ‘Oh, crap!’ Dinnertime soon would be there.

Mediterranean Tortellini Pasta Salad

The sons’ were all asking, wondering what there was going to be to eat.

And this Mom had nothing. I’d never even thought to pull out any meat….

None. Nada. Zilch.

Mediterranean Tortellini Pasta Salad

It was then that a little light from heaven shone down…right into my fridge. And my heart and belly (and my Mommy-conscience) leapt with joy!

(Let’s be honest, what was I going to rhyme with Zilch or fridge?!)

Mediterranean Tortellini Pasta Salad

Pasta with Cucumbers, Tomatoes and vinegrette dressing…maybe even a little Feta cheese.

An easy, meatless meal? Yes, please.

Mediterranean Tortellini Pasta Salad

Oh, had I been craving some good pasta lately. And the lasagna I’d had for dinner on Christmas Eve and again on Christmas day still hadn’t cut it.

And thus to us, a new recipe was born.

Mediterranean Tortellini Pasta Salad

It’s easy with this Mediterranean Tortellini Pasta Salad. It was meant to be.

You cook that cheese-filled tortellini according to the package directions. Then ya gotta cool them off in a cool water bath in a strainer.

In the same vein, soak your sliced onions in an ice cold bowl of water. Yes, you should totally do this. It keeps them from leaching their colors, and from being quite as strong.

Mediterranean Tortellini Pasta Salad

In a medium sized mixing bowl, toss together the onion slices, tomatoes, cucumber, pepper, cheese, and tortellini. Such a beautiful combination of Mediterranean essentials. The ones that count!

In a separate bowl, whisk together the vinegar, lemon juice, sugar, oregano, and red pepper flakes. Slowly add the olive oil and whisk everything together until fully incorporated. Season with salt and pepper. Whisk together until you’ve got an easy Greek-style red wine vinaigrette in the works.

Mediterranean Tortellini Pasta Salad

It may not be your traditional salad, or even pasta side dish, but this Mediterranean Tortellini Pasta Salad is where I’d want to look for a sensational, seasonal entree.

It’s easy. It’s quick. It only involves a few ingredients, and it ends up being an amazing meal. You can’t go wrong when you want to whip up a batch of this Mediterranean Tortellini Salad. It’s a great option got a vegetarian supper, a snack, or a yummy potluck option.

Other Tortellini Salads You Might Also Enjoy: Pepperoni Basil Tortellini Salad, Tortellini Caesar Salad, BLT Tortellini Pasta Salad, & Summertime Tortellini & Vegetable Pasta Salad.

Mediterranean Tortellini Salad

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Ingredients

For The Salad

  • 1 lb tortellini
  • 1 red onion thinly sliced
  • 1 pint grape tomatoes halved
  • 1 cucumber seeded and diced
  • 1 green bell pepper seeded and diced
  • 4 oz feta cheese crumbled

For the Dressing

  • ⅓ cup red wine vinegar
  • 2 tsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 2 tsp dried oregano
  • ½ tsp red pepper flakes
  • ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Cook the tortellini according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
  • Soak the onions in a bowl of clean, cold water. Drain after 5 minutes.
  • In a large bowl add the onion slices, tomatoes, cucumber, pepper, cheese, and tortellini. Gently toss them together.
  • In a different bowl, whisk together the vinegar, lemon juice, sugar, oregano, and red pepper flakes. Slowly add the olive oil and whisk everything together until fully incorporated. Season with salt and pepper. Pour the dressing over the tortellini salad and gently mix until everything's nicely coated with the dressing. Serve this salad warm or at room temperature.

Notes

recipe adapted from Eats Well With Others Serving a crowd? No worries! The recipe easily doubles. Just don't cry any crocodile tears over the empty bowl that comes home and the fact that you have no leftovers to enjoy later on.
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Post & Pictures Updated 8/4/2018

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  1. HotDish says

    December 27, 2014 at 6:54 pm

    Sounds like a nice, healthy, filling meal! Happy holidays. šŸ™‚

    Reply
    • 4 Sons 'R' Us says

      January 10, 2015 at 9:09 pm

      Thanks, and I hope the holidays were wonderful at your house.

      Reply
  2. Lily says

    December 28, 2014 at 9:05 pm

    Looks delicious, fresh and healthy, love all the wonderful flavour-yum!

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    • 4 Sons 'R' Us says

      January 10, 2015 at 9:10 pm

      Thanks, Lily! The flavors blend fabulously.

      Reply
  3. Hilda says

    December 29, 2014 at 1:14 am

    You are creative – and not just in the kitchen. Great post!

    Reply
    • 4 Sons 'R' Us says

      January 10, 2015 at 9:11 pm

      Aww, thanks Hilda! I try, and here’s to hoping we’re creating some wonderful memories and palettes for the Sons!

      Reply
  4. Traditionally Modern Food says

    December 29, 2014 at 1:55 am

    Looks Delicious

    Reply
    • 4 Sons 'R' Us says

      January 10, 2015 at 9:11 pm

      Thank you šŸ™‚

      Reply
  5. noodlesforthoughts says

    December 30, 2014 at 1:07 am

    i like the use of red wine!!
    -https://noodles4thoughts.wordpress.com/

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    • 4 Sons 'R' Us says

      January 10, 2015 at 9:11 pm

      It gives it that perfect bit of bite amid all the other flavors.

      Reply
  6. Mr Fitz says

    January 2, 2015 at 3:40 pm

    Very clever!

    Reply
  7. Ginger says

    January 3, 2015 at 4:41 pm

    Mum saves the day!!! (Bet you Superman would have struggled!)

    Reply
    • 4 Sons 'R' Us says

      January 10, 2015 at 9:12 pm

      Superman’s got nothing on us Moms. Only we can heal a hurt with something as simple and beautiful as a kiss!!

      Reply
      • Ginger says

        January 11, 2015 at 1:47 am

        You’re right! Public displays of affection can be a deadly weapon if used on a teenager šŸ˜‰

        Reply
  8. Johanne Lamarche says

    January 3, 2015 at 9:59 pm

    My favorite kind of food!

    Reply
  9. Kaila511 says

    January 3, 2015 at 11:39 pm

    I love how you made do with what you had in the house, and even made a creative dish! Yum! Thank you so much for bringing this to the fiesta. I’m sure this will be enjoyed by everyone, especially our vegetarian friends. šŸ™‚

    Reply
    • 4 Sons 'R' Us says

      January 10, 2015 at 9:14 pm

      While we love our meats, we do enjoy a great meatless meal too. Sometimes, especially in those last few days before grocery day, we’ve got to get a bit creative otherwise we’d go hungry. And the sons won’t stand for that šŸ˜‰

      Reply
  10. Debanita says

    August 13, 2018 at 5:35 pm

    The tortellini salad looks delicious. Thank you for sharing this recipe at Fiesta Friday.

    Reply

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