Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions
- In a large pot, fill with water and bring it to a vigorous boil over high heat. Add a pinch of salt to enhance the pasta's flavor. Prepare a secondary pot with ice water to cool the vegetables later.
- While waiting for the water to boil, add chopped asparagus and frozen peas to the second pot of boiling water. Cook for 4 minutes, then transfer to the ice bath.
- Add the cheese tortellini to the boiling water. Cook according to package instructions, typically around 3-5 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled tortellini, drained asparagus, peas, and canned artichoke hearts. Gently fold them together.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the olive oil, parmesan cheese, lemon zest, lemon juice, minced garlic, honey, Dijon mustard, and apple cider vinegar until emulsified.
- Drizzle the dressing over the tortellini and vegetable mixture, then gently toss everything together. Let sit for 5-10 minutes at room temperature.
- Serve the Cheese Tortellini Pasta Salad cold and enjoy!
Nutrition
Notes
Allow the salad to sit for a few minutes after chilling to help meld the flavors beautifully.
