Easy Italian Tortellini Pasta Salad is a hearty pasta salad ideal for summer gatherings and backyard barbecues. Cheese tortellini is combined with cubes of cheddar and mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, roasted red peppers, pepperoni, Parmesan, fresh herbs and tossed in a bright, light Italian dressing.

This Easy Italian Tortellini Pasta Salad comes together in about 20 minutes and tastes even better the next day, making it a perfect dish to bring to a BBQ, potluck, or picnic. Cheese tortellini is tossed with pepperoni, roasted red peppers, cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, sharp cheddar, and Parmesan, then coated with a homemade Italian dressing that soaks into each fold of the pasta as it chills.
What makes this salad different from a standard pasta salad is the tortellini itself. The pillowy, cheese-filled pasta captures dressing and flavor more effectively than typical rotini, making the salad substantial enough to serve as a main dish. It’s loaded with layered flavors, simple to scale for a crowd, and very satisfying.