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    Greek Tortellini Pasta Salad

    Published: Jun 25, 2019 · Modified: Jun 3, 2022 by Melissa Stadler · This post may contain affiliate links · 4 Comments

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    Greek Cheese Tortellini Pasta Salad with fresh tomatoes, cucumbers, red onion, feta cheese, tossed in a tangy homemade Greek dressing. 

    Greek Tortellini Pasta Salad. Cheese Tortellini Pasta tossed with fresh tomatoes, cucumbers, red onion, feta cheese, in a homemade Greek dressing. www.modernhoney.com #sidedish #pastasalad #salad #potluck

    Greek Tortellini Pasta Salad

    It's summertime which means pool parties, potlucks, and BBQ's. Since the 4th of July is around the corner, I want to share one of my favorite pasta salad recipes -- Greek Tortellini Pasta Salad. It is a cold pasta salad that we keep in our refrigerator during the summer months for a quick lunch or snack when hunger strikes.

    Greek Tortellini Pasta Salad. Cheese Tortellini Pasta tossed with fresh tomatoes, cucumbers, red onion, feta cheese, in a homemade Greek dressing. www.modernhoney.com #sidedish #pastasalad #salad #potluck

    What ingredients are in Greek Tortellini Pasta Salad?

    This Tortellini Pasta Salad is made with fresh cheese tortellini and grape tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, a touch of red onions, creamy feta cheese, and tossed in a homemade Greek oregano dressing. This Greek pasta salad is a powerhouse of flavor.

    The cheese tortellini is the perfect base for this Mediterranean pasta salad. It is quickly cooked in boiling hot water and once it is drained, it is tossed with the homemade Greek dressing so the flavors seep into the pasta.

    Greek Tortellini Pasta Salad. Cheese Tortellini Pasta tossed with fresh tomatoes, cucumbers, red onion, feta cheese, in a homemade Greek dressing. www.modernhoney.com #sidedish #pastasalad #salad #potluck

    I love to use grape or cherry tomatoes -- such as the cherub tomatoes you find in your local grocery store. I just slice them in half and throw the tomatoes into the Greek pasta salad. A tip for extra flavor is to lightly salt the tomatoes and cucumbers to bring out their flavor as well.

    I always thinly slice the red onions and dice them into small pieces so it isn't overpowering. You don't want the onion overpowering the pasta salad!

    Greek Tortellini Pasta Salad. Cheese Tortellini Pasta tossed with fresh tomatoes, cucumbers, red onion, feta cheese, in a homemade Greek dressing. www.modernhoney.com #sidedish #pastasalad #salad #potluck

    What ingredients are in Greek Dressing?

    The Greek dressing is made with extra-virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, garlic, basil, a touch of sugar, and salt and pepper. It is so quick and easy to whip up a homemade Greek dressing and it makes a huge difference!

    • Extra-Virgin Olive Oil
    • Red Wine Vinegar
    • Oregano
    • Garlic
    • Basil
    • Sugar or Honey
    • Salt and Pepper
    • A touch of Fresh Lemon Juice

    If you are looking for more pasta salad or potato salad recipes, check out these recipes:

    Antipasto Tortellini Pasta Salad
    Mama's Potato Salad
    Not Yo Mama's Potato Salad (No-Mayo German Potato Salad)

    Greek Tortellini Pasta Salad. Cheese Tortellini Pasta tossed with fresh tomatoes, cucumbers, red onion, feta cheese, in a homemade Greek dressing. www.modernhoney.com #sidedish #pastasalad #salad #potluck

    Greek Tortellini Pasta Salad. Cheese Tortellini Pasta tossed with fresh tomatoes, cucumbers, red onion, feta cheese, in a homemade Greek dressing. www.modernhoney.com #sidedish #pastasalad #salad #potluck

    Greek Tortellini Pasta Salad

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    Greek Tortellini Pasta Salad. Cheese Tortellini Pasta tossed with fresh tomatoes, cucumbers, red onion, feta cheese, in a homemade Greek dressing. 
    5 from 3 votes
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Cook Time 5 mins
    Total Time 20 mins
    Course Appetizer, Side Dish
    Cuisine Greek, Mediterranean

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 lb. Cheese Tortellini (fresh from refrigerated section, cooked according to package instructions)
    • 1 cup Cherry or Grape Tomatoes (halved)
    • 1 large Cucumber (peeled and sliced)
    • ¼ cup Red Onion (thinly sliced and diced)
    • 1 cup Feta Cheese (crumbled or cut into squares)
    • Greek Olive Mix (optional)
    • 2 Tablespoons Fresh Basil Leaves (torn into small pieces)
    • Pepperoncinis (optional)

    Greek Dressing:

    • ⅔ cup Extra-Virgin Olive Oil
    • ⅓ cup Red Wine Vinegar
    • 2 Garlic Cloves (finely minced)
    • 1 ½ teaspoons Dried Oregano
    • 1 ½ teaspoons Salt
    • ½ teaspoon Pepper
    • 1 teaspoon Sugar
    • ½ teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes (optional)
    • 1 Tablespoon Fresh Lemon Juice (optional)

    Instructions
     

    • Cook tortellini according to package instructions. Drain and set aside. Place in large bowl. 
    • While pasta is cooking, make greek dressing. In a blender or shaker bottle, blend oil, vinegar, garlic, oregano, salt, pepper, and sugar. Add more seasonings if needed. Toss dressing all over the pasta. 
    • Add tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, feta cheese, and fresh basil leaves. Toss to coat. Taste and add more salt if needed. 
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    1. Sasha

      May 05, 2022 at 4:22 pm

      5 stars
      Amazing recipe!

      Reply
    2. Morgan

      July 05, 2019 at 11:20 am

      5 stars
      This was a hit at our 4th of July potluck yesterday! So so delicious!

      Reply
      • Janet Fowler

        July 26, 2022 at 10:31 am

        Made this a few weeks ago for a holiday summer gathering and it was fantastic. Couldn’t find any pepperocini at the grocery store so subbed with banana pepper rings , be sure to use the spicy hot ones. They aren’t too hot and just give it a little kick. The salad was a huge hit. Will be making this regularly!

        Reply
    3. Clarissa

      July 02, 2019 at 1:54 pm

      5 stars
      Freaking delicious & I just happened to have all of the ingredients fresh from Grandpa Myers garden! Mmmmmm!!! Thanks friend!

      Reply

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