Festive Marinated Tortellini Skewers
An easy recipe of tortellini, fresh mozzarella and bell peppers marinated in a zesty lemon vinaigrette. A delicious, make-ahead starter your guests will love!
Servings 36 skewers
Calories 73kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 lemons , juice of 2, zest of 1
- ⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- ¼ cup softened sun-dried tomatoes , chopped
- 3 tablespoons fresh parsley , chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh oregano , chopped
- 2 cloves garlic , minced
- Kosher salt and pepper
- 16 ounces cheese tortellini
- 1 red bell pepper , cut into ½-inch squares
- 1 poblano pepper , cut into ½-inch squares
- ⅓ cup green onions , thinly sliced
- 4 ounces fresh mozzarella , cubed
- 36 small basil leaves
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the first 6 ingredients. Season the vinaigrette with salt and pepper. Set aside.
- Cook the tortellini in a pot of boiling water according to the package directions. Do not overcook.
- Drain the tortellini and add the hot pasta to the dressing so flavors will be absorbed.
- Gently stir in the peppers and green onions. When the pasta has cooled, add the mozzarella.
- Let the mixture marinate at least 2 hours or overnight.
- To assemble, use toothpicks at least 4 inches long.
- Skewer 1 basil leaf, 1 red bell pepper square, 1 tortellini, 1 poblano pepper square and 1 mozzarella cube on the toothpicks. (Can be assembled 1 day ahead.)
Notes
*This can also be served as a side dish without skewering.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 skewer | Calories: 73kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 7mg | Sodium: 77mg | Potassium: 56mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 185IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 40mg