Description
For the Salad:
12 oz cheese tortellini
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
1/4 cup toasted pine nuts
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 large burrata ball, torn into pieces
For the Pesto Dressing:
1/3 cup basil pesto (homemade or store-bought)
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
Directions:
Cook the tortellini according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
In a small bowl, whisk together pesto, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled tortellini, cherry tomatoes, fresh basil, toasted pine nuts, and Parmesan cheese.
Drizzle the pesto dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all .
Transfer to a serving dish and top with torn burrata pieces.
Serve immediately or chill for 15 minutes before serving for enhanced flavor. Enjoy!
Prep Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: 10 minutes Total Time: 20 minutes Kcal: 480 per serving Servings: 4 servings
