Creamy Cold Tortellini Salad Recipes

ITALIAN TORTELLINI SALAD

Steps:

• Bring a medium pot of water to a boil and cook tortellini according to package directions.
• Cool completely by running under cold water.
• Combine all ingredients and refrigerate for 2 hours before serving.

CREAMY, COLD TORTELLINI SALAD

Steps:

• Combine dressing mix, mayo, vinegar and water in large bowl.
• Add remaining ingredients; toss to coat. Cover.
• Refrigerate several hours or until chilled.

CREAMY TORTELLINI SALAD WITH CHICKEN, BACON, AND RANCH DRESSING

Steps:

• Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil. Stir in tortellini and return to a boil. Cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the tortellini float to the top and the filling is hot, about 3 minutes. Run tortellini under cold water and drain. Store in the refrigerator until chilled, at least 30 minutes.
• Stir ranch dressing and milk together in a large bowl. Add chilled pasta, cooked chicken, mozzarella, bacon, green onions, and parsley.
• Toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper if desired.

CREAMY TORTELLINI SALAD

Steps:

• Set a large pot of water on to boil according to package directions.
• Next, make the dressing, in a small bowl, using a wooden spoon, mix together the cream cheese, yogurt, dill, chives and garlic until smooth. Season with salt and pepper. Set the dressing aside.
• Next, add pasta to water when it is boiling and cook according to package directions.
• Meanwhile, shred the carrot set the shredded carrot aside.
• When pasta has about 3 minutes to go add the green beans to the pot.
• When the pasta has about 1 minute to go add the carrot to the pot.
• Drain and Rinse the pasta and vegetables with cold water and drain well again.
• Dump the drained pasta and vegetables into a serving bowl. Add the dressing and the milk. Gently toss the salad with the wooden spoon until well blended. Season with salt and pepper. Serve warm or chilled.

TORTELLINI SALAD

Steps:

• Cook the tortellini according to package instructions, drain in a colander set in the sink, and rinse with cold water.
• Place the tortellini, pepperoni, green onions, olives, artichoke hearts, and mozzarella cheese in a large salad bowl.
• Whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, white vinegar, Italian seasonings, and salt and pepper in a bowl, and pour over the salad ingredients. Gently stir to combine, and refrigerate to chill before serving. For even better flavor, let chill in refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.