Hot Honey Tortellini Pasta Salad (Printable Version)
# What You’ll Need:
→ Main Ingredients
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32oz tortellini, cooked
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4oz prosciutto
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8oz pearl mozzarella balls
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15oz can corn kernels, drained
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3 small peaches, diced into small chunks
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2 cups cherry tomatoes, sliced
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1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped
→ Dressing Ingredients
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1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
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1/3 cup hot honey
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1 tbsp dijon mustard
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3 tbsp red wine vinegar
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tsp salt
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1/2 tsp black pepper
# Steps to Follow:
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Heat oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Arrange prosciutto in a flat layer and bake for 10-15 minutes or until crispy. Set aside to cool.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked tortellini, mozzarella balls, corn kernels, diced peaches, sliced cherry tomatoes, and chopped fresh basil.
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Chop the cooled, crispy prosciutto into small pieces and add it to the tortellini mixture.
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In a glass measuring cup or small bowl, combine extra virgin olive oil, hot honey, dijon mustard, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until emulsified.
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Pour the prepared dressing over the tortellini mixture. Gently toss until all ingredients are evenly coated.
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Serve the pasta salad at room temperature or chilled.
# Additional Notes:
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The pasta salad can be made a few hours ahead and stored in the refrigerator for maximum flavor infusion.