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Tortelloni Salad with Grilled Vegetables

tortelloni salad with grilled vegetables

Homemade authentic balsamic vinaigrette and grilled fresh veggies elevate the traditional pasta salad to this crowd pleaser.

Servings 8 to 10 servings
Author Rosemary Stelmach

Ingredients

Homemade Balsamic Vinaigrette

  • 1/2 peeled shallot, finely minced
  • 8 to 10 fresh basil leaves, finely minced
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup good quality balsamic vinegar
  • 2 cups light extra-virgin olive oil (or any neutral oil)
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Tortelloni Salad with Grilled Vegetables

  • 16 to 20 ounces cheese tortelloni
  • 2 medium zucchini, trimmed & halved lengthwise
  • 2 medium yellow squash, trimmed & halved lengthwise
  • 1 medium red onion, peeled & sliced horizontally into two 1-inch-thick slices
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • salt & freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh tarragon
  • 1/2 cup prepared balsamic vinaigrette
  • 1 cup fresh baby arugula

Instructions

Homemade Balsamic Vinaigrette

  1. Combine the shallots, basil, mustard, sugar and balsamic vinegar in a medium-size bowl.

  2. Very slowly drizzle the olive oil into the mixture as you whisk the entire time, to be sure the vinaigrette remains emulsified.

  3. Season to taste with salt & freshly ground black pepper.

  4. Store, covered, in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Tortelloni Salad with Grilled Vegetables

  1. Cook tortelloni in a large pot of lightly salted boiling water according to package directions. Drain. Rinse well with cold water. Drain again. Set aside to cool.

  2. Preheat outdoor grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Brush the zucchini, yellow squash and onion with the olive oil. Season with salt & pepper.

  3. Grill vegetables until lightly charred on both sides. Be cautious not to overcook. Remove from heat and allow to cool for about 10 minutes.

  4. Cut vegetables into bite-size pieces. Place them in a large bowl along with the cooled tortelloni & chopped herbs. Gently mix it all together as you gradually add the balsamic vinaigrette. You may not need to use all of the vinaigrette – check it out as you go.

  5. Do not add the arugula until just before serving.