Tortellini Pasta Salad

Filled with tomatoes, artichokes, and mozzarella, then covered in a creamy pesto sauce; this Tortellini Pasta Salad is bursting with flavor!

 

This pasta salad is a staple in my holiday menus and one of my potluck favorites. It's full of flavor, easy to make, and everyone always asks for the recipe! This party dish recipe is a crowd pleaser!

I love making pasta salads and have already shared this Creamy BLT Pasta Salad, Bruschetta Chicken Pasta, Dill Pickle Pasta Salad, and Creamy Pesto Pasta Salad with ya'll!

Looking for something more decadent? This Cheese Tortellini Alfredo is always a great dinner recipe!

One of the best parts about this dish is that it can be customized with your favorite ingredients. Don't like tomatoes or artichokes? Leave them out and substitute ingredients you enjoy, like asparagus and spinach!

How to make Tortellini Pasta Salad:

**scroll down for full ingredients list and printable directions**

• Get all of the ingredients together and prepped.
• Cook the tortellini, drain, and set aside.
• In a large bowl, add tomatoes, mozzarella, artichoke hearts, pesto, and mayonnaise (optional). Add the cooked tortellini and then use a spatula to carefully mix everything together.

• Refrigerate at least 60 minutes and then serve the tortellini pasta salad immediately.

Tips for making the salad:

• While the tortellini is cooking, make the tomato mixture and refrigerate while the pasta cooks. This will help the flavors meld.
• Don't like mayonnaise? It's optional in this recipe but does add a creamy texture. You can substitute for half a cup of Alfredo sauce or leave it out for a more oily sauce texture (from the pesto).
• Refrigerate the tortellini pasta salad for at least 60 minutes, but it can be refrigerated overnight for a better flavor.

When to serve this pasta salad:

• A potluck, party, or event is the perfect time to serve this easy dish. Serve it in a large bowl with a serving spoon.
• I love making this tortellini pasta salad to go along with either Air Fryer Brats or Air Fryer Hamburgers!
• A summer BBQ is a great time to have tortellini pasta salad. Not only is this dish a delicious side, but it can also be a main dish for any vegetarians.
• Dinner! This dish is packed with veggies and flavor. Serve it with some Air Fryer Chicken Tenders or shred them and add them to the pasta salad!