Turkey Bacon Ranch Tortellini Salad
Enjoy a delightful blend of flavors with this Turkey Bacon Ranch Tortellini Salad Recipe. This creamy, tangy pasta dish features cheese tortellini paired with crispy turkey bacon, fresh vegetables, and a rich ranch dressing. Perfect for BBQs, potlucks, or quick weeknight dinners, this customizable salad can cater to your taste preferences while remaining simple to prepare. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s sure to become a family favorite thanks to its nutritious ingredients and satisfying texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling, Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 20 ounces cheese tortellini (fresh or refrigerated)
- 8 slices turkey bacon (cooked and crumbled)
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup grape tomatoes (halved)
- ¾ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup red onion (finely chopped)
- ½ cup frozen peas (thawed)
- ½ cup diced bell pepper
- ½ cup black olives
- Optional: Fresh parsley or dill for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the cheese tortellini in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente (3–5 minutes). Drain using a colander.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the turkey bacon until crispy. Remove from heat and crumble into small pieces.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm tortellini with turkey bacon, ranch dressing, grape tomatoes, cheddar cheese, red onion, peas, bell pepper, and black olives. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well-coated.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley or dill if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 315
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 35mg