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Hawaiian Tortellini Salad

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A tropical-inspired pasta salad combining cheese tortellini, ham, pineapple, and colorful veggies in a delicious dressing.

Ingredients

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  • 20 ounces cheese tortellini
  • 1 cup diced ham
  • 1 cup pineapple tidbits (well-drained)
  • 1/2 cup green bell pepper (finely chopped)
  • 1/2 cup red bell pepper (finely chopped)
  • 1/4 cup red onion (finely diced)
  • 1/2 cup teriyaki sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

Instructions

  1. Cook the tortellini: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the cheese tortellini and cook according to package instructions, usually about 3-5 minutes until they float to the top. Drain and set aside to cool.
  2. Prep the veggies: While the tortellini is cooking, chop the green and red bell peppers, red onion, and drain the pineapple tidbits.
  3. Prepare the dressing: In a large mixing bowl, combine the teriyaki sauce, honey, garlic powder, mayonnaise, and apple cider vinegar. Mix until well combined.
  4. Get mixing: Once the tortellini has cooled down, add it into the bowl of dressing. Then, layer in the diced ham, pineapple, chopped green and red bell peppers, and red onion. Stir carefully.
  5. Chill out: For the best flavor, let the salad chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving.
  6. Give it a final stir: Just before serving, give the salad a gentle stir and taste for seasoning.

Notes

This salad can be made ahead of time and holds up beautifully in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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Keywords: tortellini salad, Hawaiian salad, summer salad, pasta salad

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