Greek Tortellini Salad

Submitted by: Susan 

Attributed to: Susan

Category: Salads

Description: This pasta salad is always a hit at parties, potlucks, picnics, and everyday meals!

Prep time: 10 minutes

Total time: 20 minutes

Servings: 8

Difficulty rating: 1

Ingredients:

For the Salad:

1 (20 ounce) Package refrigerated cheese tortellini

1/2 Cup grape tomatoes, cut in half

1 Large cucumber, peeled and chopped

1 Cup kalamata olives, pitted and chopped

1/2 Medium red onion, diced

3/4 Cup crumbled feta cheese

For the dressing:

1/4 Cup extra virgin olive oil

3 Tablespoons red wine vinegar

1 Clove garlic minced

1/2 Teaspoon dried oregano

Salt and Pepper to taste

Special tools/utensils needed: large bowl, colander, small bowl

Directions: 

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.  Cook the tortellini according to the package directions.  Drain the tortellini and rinse with cold water

2. Place the tortellini in a large bowl.  Add the tomatoes, cucumber, olives, red onion, and feta cheese.

3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, garlic, oregano, salt and pepper.  Pour the dressing over the salad and stir until salad is well coated.  Serve immediately or place in the refrigerator.  Note- this salad will keep in the fridge for up to 3 days.