How To Make Tortellini Pasta Salad Recipe - in the Kitchen With Jonny Episode 85

tortellini

🥗Healthier: whole wheat pasta

💰Cheaper: farfalle

Whole wheat pasta increases fiber, while farfalle is often less expensive.

mozzarella balls

🥗Healthier: feta cheese

💰Cheaper: cubed cheddar

Feta adds a tangy flavor, while cheddar is usually more affordable.

balsamic vinegar

🥗Healthier: red wine vinegar

💰Cheaper: apple cider vinegar

Red wine vinegar offers a similar flavor profile, while apple cider vinegar is cost-effective.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil provides healthy fats, while vegetable oil is budget-friendly.

Bring a pot of water to a boil and add salt.

Cook tortellini according to package instructions, which says it cooks in 2 minutes.

Drain the tortellini and shake off excess water.

In a large bowl, add the cooked tortellini.

Add store-bought pesto to the bowl and mix well with the tortellini.

Chop cherry tomatoes and add them to the bowl with the tortellini and pesto.

Add fresh mozzarella balls to the bowl.

If desired, add fresh basil (creator mentions they ran out).

Toss everything together gently to combine.

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