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Sophie Bennett

Easy Summer Tortellini Salad with Balsamic Glaze

A fresh and hearty tortellini Caprese pasta salad with basil, tomatoes, mozzarella pearls, and balsamic glaze ready in just 10 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 20 oz cheese tortellini
  • 10 oz cherry tomatoes halved
  • 8 oz mozzarella pearls
  • 1 cup spinach chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil torn
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 3/4 tsp Italian seasoning
Dressing:
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • balsamic glaze for drizzling, to taste

Method
 

  1. Cook tortellini according to package instructions until tender, then drain and slightly cool.
  2. In a large bowl, combine warm tortellini, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella pearls, spinach, basil, garlic, and Italian seasoning.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk olive oil and balsamic vinegar together.
  4. Pour dressing over pasta salad and toss gently until evenly coated.
  5. Drizzle balsamic glaze over the top before serving.
  6. Serve slightly warm or chilled depending on preference.

Notes

Don’t overdress early or the pasta will feel heavy. Add balsamic glaze right before serving for best texture. Best eaten within 2–3 days. Letting it sit 20–30 minutes improves flavor as it rests.