This Easy Tortellini Salad Is Perfect for Spring—and Easy on the Pocketbook

Tortellini is a winner when it comes to easy weeknight meals because it’s quick to prepare and lends itself to so many different dishes.

Tortellini works wonderfully in a warm or cold salad because the tiny pillows filled with meat, cheese, or greens like spinach go nicely with crisp, seasonal vegetables, and creamy or tangy dressings. Elena Veselova/Shutterstock

Tortellini is a winner when it comes to easy weeknight meals because it’s quick to prepare and lends itself to so many different dishes.

You can toss it with red sauce or pesto, or use the tiny dumplings to bulk up a savory broth. For heartier appetites, you can bake the pasta in a casserole dish in a creamy cheese sauce topped with breadcrumbs for an Italian take on mac ‘n’ cheese.