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Hot Honey Tortellini Pasta Salad

Hot Honey Tortellini Pasta Salad

Get ready to wow your guests with this vibrant Hot Honey Tortellini Pasta Salad! This delightful dish features tender tortellini tossed with crispy turkey slices, creamy mozzarella, and juicy peaches, all drizzled with a sweet and spicy hot honey dressing. Perfect for summer barbecues, potlucks, or family gatherings, this pasta salad is both refreshing and satisfying. With its colorful ingredients and bold flavors, it’s sure to be a hit at any table. Easy to prepare and even better when made ahead of time, you’ll want to add this recipe to your go-to list!

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 6

Ingredients

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  • 32oz tortellini
  • 4oz turkey slices
  • 8oz pearl mozzarella balls
  • 15oz corn kernels
  • 3 small peaches, diced
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes, sliced
  • ½ cup fresh basil, chopped
  • ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • ⅓ cup hot honey
  • 1 tbsp dijon mustard
  • 3 tbsp red apple vinegar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Bake turkey slices for 10-15 minutes until crispy; set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked tortellini, mozzarella balls, corn, diced peaches, cherry tomatoes, and basil.
  4. Chop the crispy turkey and add it to the bowl.
  5. In a measuring cup, whisk together olive oil, hot honey, mustard, vinegar, garlic, salt, and pepper.
  6. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat.
  7. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
  • Author: Emmeline
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 290mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Feel free to customize by adding other vegetables or different proteins like grilled chicken or lamb. This salad is perfect for meal prep; store it in individual servings for quick lunches throughout the week.

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