Description
Cheese Tortellini Caesar Pasta Salad is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines creamy Caesar dressing with tender cheese-filled tortellini, crisp romaine lettuce, and crunchy croutons. Perfect for potlucks or weeknight dinners, this easy-to-prepare salad offers a delightful explosion of taste and texture, making it a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 4 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- 1 cup Caesar dressing (store-bought or homemade)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup croutons
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini in boiling salted water for 3-5 minutes until tender. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
- Chop romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooled tortellini, chopped lettuce, croutons, and Parmesan cheese.
- Drizzle generously with Caesar dressing and toss to coat evenly.
- Adjust seasoning with lemon juice to taste. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: - For added protein, consider including grilled chicken or shrimp. - Use freshly grated Parmesan for enhanced flavor. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.