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Mediterranean Crispy Tortellini SaladMediterranean Crispy Tortellini Salad

Mediterranean Crispy Tortellini Salad

Good salads are one of life’s great pleasures, and this one is no exception. Using air-fried tortellini instead of traditional croutons makes our Mediterranean Crispy Tortellini Salad extra-substantial (and a little cheesier) for dinners, cookouts or as an appetizer. Kalamata olives and cucumbers add flavor and freshness for a summer-inspired dish that you’re bound to love. Try this recipe when you want something fresh and fun!
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Recipe - ST. LOUIS PARK (+Wines & Spirits)
Recipe: Mediterranean Crispy Tortellini Salad
Mediterranean Crispy Tortellini Salad
Prep Time15 Minutes
Servings6
Cook Time15 Minutes
Ingredients
1 - 20-ounce package cheese tortellini pasta
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 head romaine lettuce, roughly chopped
1 - 10-ounce package fresh mozzarella pearls
½ cup L&B Caesar Dressing
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
â…“ cup seeded, small-diced cucumbers
ÂĽ cup small-diced red onion
ÂĽ cup rough-chopped kalamata olives
ÂĽ cup L&B Julienne-Cut Sun Dried Tomatoes
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Balsamic glaze, for drizzling
Directions
  1. Heat an air fryer to 400 F. In a small bowl, toss the tortellini and olive oil until well coated, then transfer the pasta to the air fryer basket.
  2. Air fry for 7 minutes, toss, and air fry for 3 minutes more, or until the tortellini are golden brown and crispy. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the lettuce, mozzarella, L&B Caesar Dressing, Parmesan, cucumbers, onion, olives, L&B Julienne-Cut Sun Dried Tomatoes and pepper; toss to combine. Add the pasta and toss again to combine. 
  4. Garnish with more dressing, Parmesan and balsamic glaze. Serve warm. 
15 minutes
Prep Time
15 minutes
Cook Time
6
Servings

Directions

  1. Heat an air fryer to 400 F. In a small bowl, toss the tortellini and olive oil until well coated, then transfer the pasta to the air fryer basket.
  2. Air fry for 7 minutes, toss, and air fry for 3 minutes more, or until the tortellini are golden brown and crispy. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the lettuce, mozzarella, L&B Caesar Dressing, Parmesan, cucumbers, onion, olives, L&B Julienne-Cut Sun Dried Tomatoes and pepper; toss to combine. Add the pasta and toss again to combine. 
  4. Garnish with more dressing, Parmesan and balsamic glaze. Serve warm.