Tortellini Bacon Broccoli Salad
Tortellini Bacon Broccoli Salad pairs tender cheese-filled pasta with crisp broccoli, smoky bacon, and juicy grape tomatoes, all tossed in tangy coleslaw dressing for a bright, savory bite. It’s satisfying yet refreshing, with crunchy textures and a touch of onion heat. Ideal for potlucks, picnics, or make-ahead sides that hold up well in the fridge.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves10
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Tortellini Bacon Broccoli Salad, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 48 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 89 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 11
- Heart Health
- 26
- Metabolic
- 25
- Digestive
- 20
- Inflammatory
- 49
- Performance
- 41
- General Wellness
- 1
Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring it to a rolling boil; stir in tortellini and return to a boil.
- 2
Cook, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the tortellini float to the top and the filling is hot, about 3 minutes, or follow package directions.
- 3
Drain, rinse with cold water, and refrigerate until cool, about 30 minutes.
- 4
Cook bacon in a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes.
- 5
Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate; drain.
- 6
Chop into 1/2-inch pieces while still slightly warm.
- 7
Combine tortellini, bacon, broccoli, grape tomatoes, and green onions in a bowl; pour the dressing over the top and toss gently to coat.
- 8
Chill in the refrigerator before serving.
- Calories 315.9 kcal Moderate 16%
- Protein 21.22 g Good Source 42%
- Carbohydrate 28.91 g 11%
- Total Fat 13.49 g Moderate 17%
- Saturated Fat 4.08 g High 20%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 32.46 mg Moderate 11%
- Sodium 721.68 mg High 31%
- Dietary Fiber 3.09 g Moderate 11%
- Total Sugars 7.02 g --
- Added Sugars 5.61 g Moderate 11%
- Calcium 61.82 mg Low Source 5%
- Iron 1.78 mg Low Source 10%
- Potassium 252.96 mg Low Source 5%
- Vitamin A 62.06 mcg Low Source 7%
- Vitamin C 51.68 mg Good Source 57%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Tortellini Bacon Broccoli Salad is an Italian side dish recipe made with 6 ingredients. It takes about 30 mins, serves 10, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Bacon, Broccoli, Coleslaw Dressing, and Grape Tomato. Each serving provides about 315.9 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Tortellini Bacon Broccoli Salad?
- It is an Italian salad recipe made with 6 ingredients, usually served for side dish or dinner or lunch or salad.
- What is Tortellini Bacon Broccoli Salad made of?
- The main ingredients are Bacon, Broccoli, Coleslaw Dressing, Grape Tomato, Green Onion. The full list of 6 is above.
- How long does it take to make Tortellini Bacon Broccoli Salad?
- About 30 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 15 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 315.9 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Tortellini Bacon Broccoli Salad easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 6 ingredients and 8 steps.
- Is Tortellini Bacon Broccoli Salad healthy?
- Tortellini Bacon Broccoli Salad has an easyChef Pro health score of 42/100. Per serving, it provides 315.9 calories and 21.22 g of protein, or 42% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 721.68 mg (31% of the Daily Value), saturated fat at 4.08 g (20% of the Daily Value) and added sugars at 5.61 g (11% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk, Wheat, Gluten, Tomatoes and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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