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Tortellini Pasta Salad

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Tortellini Pasta Salad is a vibrant and satisfying dish featuring cheese-filled tortellini, fresh veggies, creamy avocado, and a tangy lime dressing. Perfect as a side or light main course, this salad is customizable, easy to prepare, and perfect for picnics, BBQs, or weeknight dinners. A crowd-pleasing favorite that’s ready in 40 minutes!

Ingredients

For the Salad:
20-ounce package of three-cheese refrigerated tortellini

1 cup corn (fresh cooked, canned, or frozen)

15-ounce can black beans (drained and rinsed)

1 red bell pepper (chopped)

1 avocado (peeled, seeded, and chopped)

1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes (halved)

1/4 cup red onion (chopped)

1/4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)

For the Dressing:
3 tablespoons olive oil

Juice from 2 limes

2 tablespoons rice vinegar

1 clove garlic (minced)

1 teaspoon granulated sugar

1 teaspoon chili powder

1 teaspoon ground cumin

Salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste)

Instructions

  1. Cook the Tortellini: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook tortellini according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.

  2. Prepare the Salad Ingredients: While pasta cools, chop red bell pepper, avocado, and red onion. Halve cherry tomatoes and chop cilantro. Drain and rinse black beans and corn.

  3. Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk olive oil, lime juice, rice vinegar, garlic, sugar, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper until smooth.

  4. Assemble the Salad: In a large mixing bowl, combine tortellini, corn, black beans, red bell pepper, tomatoes, red onion, avocado, and cilantro.

  5. Toss and Serve: Pour dressing over salad and toss gently. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

  6. Chill and Serve: Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld together.

Notes

Add Protein: Add grilled chicken, shrimp, or tofu for extra protein.

Different Veggies: Customize with vegetables like cucumbers or roasted red peppers.

Spicy Version: Add diced jalapeños or hot sauce for a spicy kick.

Vegan Version: Use vegan tortellini and omit cheese for a vegan-friendly dish.

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