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    Greek Tortellini Pasta Salad

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    This Greek Tortellini Pasta Salad is easy and light with fresh vegetables. It's the perfect summer side for grilling and potlucks.

    Cucumber, tomatoes, and feta are combined with tangy Kalamata olives and crumbled feta cheese. All tossed together in a creamy tzatziki sauce.

    greek pasta salad in a bowl topped with fresh dill

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    why I love Greek tortellini pasta salad

    • easy to make - The entire recipe is just a matter of cooking the tortellini and mixing up the ingredients. There's no complicated steps.
    • fresh and light - Even with the creamy tzatziki and tortellini, this pasta salad is light and refreshing.
    • make ahead/no reheating required - You can make this salad 3-4 days in advance and just place it in the refrigerator until you're ready to serve. It requires no reheating and is simple to have prepped.
    • perfect side dish - It makes an excellent potluck or side dish for grilling season.

    ingredients you'll need

    • English cucumber
    • cherry (or grape) tomatoes
    • red onion
    • feta cheese - I like to use fat free feta
    • kalamata olives
    • cheese filled tortellini
    • tzatziki sauce - homemade or store bought both work well
    ingredients for greek pasta salad

    how to serve Greek tortellini pasta salad

    This pasta salad makes an excellent side dish for Greek Grilled Chicken Skewers, Greek Turkey Burgers, and Marinated Grilled Chicken.

    how to make Greek tortellini pasta salad

    Detailed instructions and measurements to make Greek Tortellini Pasta Salad are listed in the recipe card at the bottom of this page.

    1. Start by cooking your tortellini to al dente. Be sure not to over cook it.
    2. Once the tortellini is done cooking, drain it and run it under cold water to cool. Set aside.
    3. Add the cucumber, cherry tomatoes, onion, feta, olives, tortellini, and tzatziki sauce to a large bowl.
    4. Mix to combine. You can top with fresh dill if desired and enjoy!
    • cucumbers added to mixing bowl
    • tomatoes added to mixing bowl
    • Kalamata olives added to mixing bowl
    • red onion added to mixing bowl
    • crumbled feta added to mixing bowl
    • cooked tortellini added to mixing bowl
    • tzatziki added to tortellini

    tips, tricks and faqs

    If you want a little extra tang, you can add a splash of brine from the olives to your pasta salad when mixing it up.

    If you decide to use a cucumber that isn't English or Persian, be sure to peel it and scoop out the seeds.

    It's important to not overcook the tortellini. You only want to cook it until al dente. Otherwise it will become mushy and fall apart in the salad.

    How can I make the taste of raw red onion less intense?

    You can soak the diced onion in salted ice water for 10 minutes. You can also use pickled red onions instead.

    Can I use frozen tortellini instead of fresh?

    Absolutely. Whether you decide to use frozen or fresh tortellini, just be sure you only cook until it's al dente before draining and cooling.

    greek pasta salad in a bowl topped with fresh dill

    substitutions and alterations

    • You can add a variety of bell peppers or sweet mini peppers for extra crunch.
    • If you can't find English cucumbers, Persian cucumbers work really well in this recipe too.

    how to store

    This Greek Tortellini Pasta Salad can be made in advance and stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. I do not recommend freezing this pasta salad.

    other recipes you might like

    • Greek Grilled Chicken Skewers
    • Summer Pasta Salad
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    greek pasta salad in a bowl topped with fresh dill

    Greek Tortellini Pasta Salad

    This Greek Tortellini Pasta Salad is easy and light with fresh vegetables. It's the perfect summer side for grilling and potlucks.
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 5 mins
    Total Time 10 mins
    Course Lunch, Side Dish
    Cuisine American, Greek
    Servings 8 people
    Calories 190 kcal
    Protein 10 g

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 English cucumber halved and sliced
    • 1 pint cherry tomatoes halved
    • ¼ whole red onion chopped
    • ½ cup feta cheese crumbled
    • 1 cup kalamata olives
    • 1 lb cheese filled tortellini
    • 1 cup premade or homemade tzatziki

    Instructions
     

    • Start by cooking your tortellini to al dente. Be sure not to over cook it.
    • Once the tortellini is done cooking, drain it and run it under cold water to cool. Set aside.
    • Add the cucumber, cherry tomatoes, onion, feta, olives, tortellini, and tzatziki sauce to a large bowl. Mix to combine.
    • You can top with fresh dill if desired and enjoy!

    Nutrition

    Nutrition Facts
    Greek Tortellini Pasta Salad
    Serving Size
     
    0.75 cup
    Amount per Serving
    Calories
    190
    % Daily Value*
    Fat
     
    5
    g
    8
    %
    Saturated Fat
     
    1
    g
    6
    %
    Trans Fat
     
    0
    g
    Polyunsaturated Fat
     
    1
    g
    Monounsaturated Fat
     
    1
    g
    Cholesterol
     
    8
    mg
    3
    %
    Sodium
     
    703
    mg
    31
    %
    Potassium
     
    258
    mg
    7
    %
    Carbohydrates
     
    29
    g
    10
    %
    Fiber
     
    3
    g
    13
    %
    Sugar
     
    3
    g
    3
    %
    Protein
     
    10
    g
    20
    %
    Vitamin A
     
    395
    IU
    8
    %
    Vitamin C
     
    15
    mg
    18
    %
    Calcium
     
    21
    mg
    2
    %
    Iron
     
    1
    mg
    6
    %
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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    Nutritional information is provided as a courtesy. It should only be used for estimation purposes and is not a guarantee of any kind. Nutritional information varies widely between brands and types of ingredients used. It is recommended that you calculate the nutritional information based on your own ingredients and brands used. Sweetly Splendid, LLC makes no guarantees as to the exact nutrition information.

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    Kara is a wife & mother living deep in the heart of Texas. She loves all things food and spending time with her family and dogs. She has a passion for cooking and loves making yummy, family-friendly recipes.

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