Ingredients
Method
- Bring a large pot of generously salted water to a boil. Cook tortellini according to package directions until just tender, about 4 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water until cool.
- In a large bowl, whisk the olive oil, vinegar, mustard, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
- Halve the tomatoes, dice the cucumber and bell pepper, and thinly slice the onion. If using, dice the salami. Toss the sliced onion with a small spoonful of the dressing to mellow it.
- Add the cooled tortellini, all vegetables, olives, salami, and basil into the dressing bowl. Fold gently until everything is coated.
- Toss once more, top with extra basil, and serve at room temperature or chilled.
Notes
Let the salad sit for 30 minutes before serving if you have the time; the dressing soaks into the pasta and vegetables beautifully. If it looks a little dry after chilling, add a drizzle of olive oil and a fresh squeeze of lemon before digging in.
