Tuscan Tortellini Salad

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Not your typical pasta salad! Dig into cheesy tortellini and fresh, flavorful melon, prosciutto, red peppers and herbs for a simple, yet sophisticated, Italian-inspired dinner, app or party dish.

Tuscan Tortellini Salad

Minutes to Prep 10

Total Minutes 35

Serves 6

Difficulty 3

Ingredients

Mixed Cheese Tortellini – 20 oz. Family Size

Basil Pesto – 7 oz., 11oz

1 package BUITONI Refrigerated Mixed Cheese Tortellini (20 oz.)
2 containers BUITONI Refrigerated Basil Pesto (7 oz.)
1 tablespoon canola or light olive oil
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
2 cups cantaloupe melon, roughly chopped
1 cup (or 5-6 pieces) prosciutto, torn
1 1/2 cups fresh mozzarella, 1/2-inch diced
1 1/4 cups roasted red bell peppers (jarred), cut into strips
2 tablespoons fresh basil

Method

COOK tortellini according to package directions; drain well and cool. Set aside.

COMBINE pesto, oil, cider vinegar, salt, and pepper. Mix with the tortellini and toss gently.

ADD remaining ingredients to the tortellini and mix well to combine.

SERVE and enjoy!

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