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Hot Honey Tortellini Pasta Salad

Sweet Heat Hot Honey Tortellini Pasta Salad for Summer Vibes

This Hot Honey Tortellini Pasta Salad combines sweet heat and vibrant ingredients for a delightful summer side dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 package tortellini the hearty base of the salad
  • 4 slices prosciutto can substitute with bacon or omit for a vegetarian option
  • 8 oz mozzarella balls bocconcini or burrata can be alternatives
  • 1 cup corn kernels can use fresh or frozen
  • 2 medium peaches nectarines can be substituted
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes can swap with grape tomatoes
  • 1 cup basil substitutes include parsley or arugula
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil foundation of the dressing
  • 1/4 cup hot honey use regular honey with chili flakes for a substitute
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard yellow mustard can be used instead
  • 2 tbsp red wine vinegar apple cider vinegar can be a substitute
  • 1 clove garlic omit if a milder flavor is desired
  • to taste salt for seasoning
  • to taste pepper for seasoning

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • pot
  • Mixing bowl
  • measuring cup

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Arrange the prosciutto slices in a single layer on the baking sheet. Bake for 10-15 minutes until crispy and golden.
  3. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the tortellini according to package instructions (about 2-4 minutes). Drain and run under cold water.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine the cooled tortellini, mozzarella balls, corn, diced peaches, sliced cherry tomatoes, and chopped basil. Stir gently.
  5. Chop the cooled prosciutto into bite-sized pieces and fold them into the salad mixture.
  6. Whisk together the olive oil, hot honey, Dijon mustard, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  7. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
  8. Serve immediately or refrigerate for a couple of hours for enhanced flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This salad stores well when the dressing is kept separate until serving for maximum freshness.

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