Italian Grinder Tortellini Salad
A vibrant and satisfying pasta salad bursting with salami, ham, provolone cheese, and fresh veggies, drizzled with a creamy dressing.
Ingredients
Pasta and Proteins
- 12 oz tortellini (cooked and cooled)
- 1 cup salami (diced)
- 1 cup ham (diced)
- 1 cup provolone cheese (diced)
Vegetables
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1/2 cup black olives (sliced)
- 1/2 cup red onion (diced)
Dressing
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup Italian dressing
To Taste
- Salt and pepper
Garnish
- Fresh basil For garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked tortellini, diced salami, ham, provolone cheese, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced black olives, and diced red onion. Gently toss the ingredients together until evenly mixed.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise and Italian dressing until smooth and well combined.
- Pour the dressing mixture over the salad ingredients, then lightly toss everything to coat.
- Season the salad with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting the flavors to your liking.
- Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld beautifully.
- Just before serving, garnish with fresh basil leaves for a pop of color and flavor.
Notes
This salad is best served chilled or at room temperature. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Consider adding dressing just before serving to maintain texture.