Barilla^® Tortellini Pasta Salad with Tomato, Basil & Lemon

Name: Barilla® Tortellini Pasta Salad with Tomato, Basil & Lemon
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: 1 Package Barilla® Three Cheese Tortellini Pasta; 3 Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Divided; ½ Lemon, juiced; 2 Pints Cherry Tomatoes, Halved; ⅓ Cup Basil, Sliced; To Taste Lemon Zest, Sea Salt & Black Pepper

25 minutes

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This tortellini pasta salad recipe is full of fresh and bright flavors. It’s made with Barilla^® Three Cheese Tortellini for a rich and satisfying base. Juicy cherry tomatoes and fragrant basil add a simple, seasonal touch. Lemon juice brings a crisp citrus finish. Tossed in olive oil and finished with lemon zest, it is perfect for warm days or easy entertaining.

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Ingredients

6 servings

1Package Barilla^® Three Cheese Tortellini Pasta

3Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Divided

½Lemon, juiced

2Pints Cherry Tomatoes, Halved

⅓Cup Basil, Sliced

To TasteLemon Zest, Sea Salt & Black Pepper

Disclaimer

Individuals with allergies or specific dietary concerns should verify that the ingredients they utilize for the recipes comply with their restrictions.

Method

Step 1

Bring a large pot of water to boil. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and transfer to a bowl, then toss with 1 tablespoon olive oil.

Step 2

Mix remaining olive oil with lemon juice, then add to the pasta.

Step 3

Stir in tomatoes and basil, then season with salt and black pepper. Garnish with lemon zest if desired.

Suggestion

Refrigerate for 15 minutes before serving.

Three Cheese Tortellini

Barilla^® Three Cheese Tortellini is crafted with sheets of delicate egg pasta, then filled with a perfectly balanced blend of three flavorful cheeses— Ricotta, Emmentaler (also known as Swiss), and Italian cheese. When these three distinctive flavors are combined, they create a delightful cheese tortellini inspired by traditional Italian cuisine. Our filled pasta shapes are perfect for easy weeknight meals with a hearty pasta sauce or featured in a simple pasta salad or soup.

Shape

Tortellini

Range

Classic Blue Box

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