Caprese Tortellini Pasta Salad

Ingredients

• 20 oz Cheese tortellini
• 1 pint Cherry tomatoes
• 8 oz Fresh mozzarella pearls
• 0.5 cup Fresh basil leaves
• 0.25 cup Extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tbsp Balsamic glaze
• 0.5 tsp Garlic powder(optional)
• to taste Salt and black pepper

Instructions

1. 1

   Cook the cheese tortellini in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions (usually 5-7 minutes).

2. 2

   Drain the tortellini and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process and cool them down quickly.

3. 3

   In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled tortellini, halved cherry tomatoes, and mozzarella pearls.

4. 4

   Whisk together the olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.

5. 5

   Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss gently to coat.

6. 6

   Thinly slice (chiffonade) the fresh basil and fold it into the salad.

7. 7

   Drizzle with balsamic glaze just before serving for the best flavor and presentation.