Salami-Mozzarella Tortellini Pasta Salad Directions:
- Cook the tortellini according to package instructions. Once cooked, drain and let it cool completely.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled tortellini, turkey or chicken salami, reduced-fat mozzarella, halved cherry tomatoes, and diced cucumber.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture and toss until evenly coated.
- Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld together.
Points Calculation:
- Tortellini pasta (2 cups cooked): 9 points
- Turkey or chicken salami (3 oz): 2 points
- Reduced-fat mozzarella cheese (½ cup, about 2 oz): 4 points
- Olive oil (1 tbsp): 4 points
- Other ingredients (cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red wine vinegar, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper): 0 points
Total Points: 19
Servings: 4
Per Serving: 4.75 points
Nutrition Information:
- Calories: ~200 per serving
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
I'm waiting for your comments! Enjoy!
