Description
BLT Tortellini Salad is a refreshing and vibrant twist on the classic sandwich, perfect for summer gatherings or a light dinner. This delightful dish combines tender cheese-filled tortellini with crisp Romaine lettuce, juicy grape tomatoes, creamy avocado, and savory turkey bacon. Tossed in a rich homemade ranch dressing, this salad is not only easy to make but also packed with fresh flavors that celebrate the season. Ideal as a side for barbecues or a satisfying main course, this recipe will quickly become a favorite at any meal. Enjoy it chilled for maximum refreshment!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound cheese-filled tortellini
- 1/2 pound turkey bacon
- 3 cups Romaine lettuce (chopped)
- 1 1/2 cups grape tomatoes (halved)
- 1 avocado (diced)
- 1/4 red onion (thinly sliced)
- 3 tablespoons flat Italian parsley (chopped)
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (or mayonnaise)
- 1/2 cup milk
- 3 tablespoons ranch seasoning mix
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and cool in an ice bath before draining again.
- In a skillet, cook turkey bacon over medium heat until crispy. Drain on paper towels and chop into pieces.
- For the dressing, whisk together Greek yogurt (or mayonnaise), milk, and ranch seasoning until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked tortellini, turkey bacon, lettuce, tomatoes, avocado, red onion, and parsley. Drizzle with dressing and toss gently.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Boiling, Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 30mg