Description
Transform the way you enjoy flavors of a classic Cuban sandwich with this vibrant Cubano Tortellini Salad with Mojo Dressing. This hearty pasta salad is a delightful medley of colorful ingredients and zesty dressing, making it ideal for potlucks, family dinners, or as a quick weeknight meal. With tender cheese tortellini, savory beef and chicken, and fresh vegetables, every bite bursts with flavor. The refreshing mojo dressing ties everything together, creating a dish that’s not only comforting but also visually appealing. Quick to prepare and easily customizable, this salad will impress your guests and satisfy your cravings!
Ingredients
Scale
- 20 oz refrigerated cheese tortellini
- 8 oz beef roast (cubed)
- 8 oz honey glazed chicken (cubed)
- 4 oz turkey slices (cubed)
- 6 oz Swiss cheese (cubed)
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 2/3 cup chopped dill pickles
- 3 tablespoons chopped pickled jalapeños
- 1/4 of a small red onion (thinly sliced)
- 2 cups packed roughly chopped romaine lettuce
- 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
- 2/3 cup olive oil or canola oil
- 6 cloves garlic (minced)
- 3 tablespoons orange juice
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- Juice and zest of one lime
- Juice and zest of one lemon
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (optional for tangier dressing)
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini until al dente according to package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a mason jar, combine olive oil, garlic, citrus juices and zest, dried oregano, ground cumin, onion powder, salt, smoked paprika, and pepper. Shake well to mix.
- In a large serving bowl, toss the cooked tortellini with half of the dressing. Add the beef, chicken, turkey, Swiss cheese, cherry tomatoes, pickles, jalapeños, and red onion; toss well to combine.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving.
- Just before serving, add chopped romaine lettuce and drizzle with remaining dressing; toss gently.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Cuban-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 45mg