Creamy Avocado & Feta Tortellini Salad with Zesty Dressing
Ingredients:
For the Salad:
12 oz cheese tortellini, cooked and cooled
1 ripe avocado, diced
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
1/4 cup fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped
1/4 cup toasted pine nuts
For the Zesty Dressing:
3 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp fresh lime juice
1 tsp lime zest
1 tbsp honey
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 garlic clove, minced
Directions:
Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, lime zest, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, black pepper, and minced garlic. Set aside.
Assemble the Salad: In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked and cooled tortellini, diced avocado, feta cheese, cherry tomatoes, red onion, chopped herbs, and toasted pine nuts.
Toss & Serve: Drizzle the zesty dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat all ingredients.
Chill & Enjoy: Let the salad sit for 10-15 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Prep Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: 10 minutes Total Time: 20 minutes Kcal: 480 per serving Servings: 4 servings