Cold Tortellini Salad

This is my most requested dish to bring to a potluck. It is not overly spicy and vegetarians just love this. You can add more cheese and seasonings if desired. This salad has been passed around the world and is always well received.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 477 Calories

Ingredients

• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained
• 1 (8 ounce) package shredded mozzarella cheese
• ¼ teaspoon cracked black pepper
• 1 (16 ounce) package fresh cheese tortellini
• 1 head broccoli, cut into bite-sized florets
• 1 head cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets
• ¼ cup quartered green olives
• ¼ cup quartered black olives
• 1 (16 ounce) bottle Italian dressing, or more to taste

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

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, 6 to 7 minutes.

Step 2

Meanwhile, slice each artichoke heart lengthwise into 8 pieces; set aside.

Step 3

Drain tortellini and transfer to a large bowl. Cool to room temperature, 5 to 10 minutes.

Step 4

Add broccoli, cauliflower, mozzarella, Parmesan, green and black olives, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper; mix until ingredients are evenly distributed. Stir in Italian dressing. Cover and refrigerate, 8 hours to overnight.