Fresh Grinder Tortellini Salad: A Flavorful Twist with Turkey Bacon
A delightful salad featuring fresh tortellini, savory turkey bacon, and a mix of vibrant vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing and cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-free
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces cheese tortellini
- 6 slices turkey bacon
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the cheese tortellini according to the package instructions; drain and let cool.
- In a skillet, cook the turkey bacon until crispy; chop into pieces.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooled tortellini, bacon, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and basil.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper; pour over the salad.
- Toss gently to combine; serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.
Notes
- You can substitute regular bacon for turkey bacon if desired.
- Add your choice of vegetables for extra crunch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Fresh Grinder Tortellini Salad, salad recipe, turkey bacon salad