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Mediterranean Caprese

Sea Salt Savorings
This 20 minute Mediterranean Caprese Tortellini Pasta Salad is tossed in raw garlic, olive oil, fresh herbs, and mozzarella balls, and tomatoes.  Every bite provides a fresh Summer taste, making this a perfect dish to bring to any party!
5 from 16 votes
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 3 minutes
Total Time 13 minutes
Course Appetizer, Main Course, Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine Italian
Servings 10

Ingredients
  

  • 1 LB of tortellinis
  • 1/2 cup of olive oil
  • 1.5 lb of cherry grape, or heirloom tomatoes (halved)
  • 3 cloves of garlic
  • 1/2 cup fresh chopped basil
  • 1 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 1 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp oregano
  • 1 8 oz package of Belgioso Fresh Mozzarella Pearls

Instructions
 

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. When water begins to boil, add tortellinis and cook until al dente.
  • While tortellinis are boiling, combine oil, garlic, basil, tomatoes, pepper flakes, salt, and oregano in a medium bowl. Stir to combine.
  • When tortellinis are al dente, drain, and spray with cold water. Continue to spray until the tortellinis have cooled. Combine cooled tortellinis with oil mixture. Eat right away or store in fridge. This dish reaches peak flavor when left refrigerated over night. Mangia!

Nutrition values are estimates, for exact values consult a nutritionist.

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