Pesto Tortellini Skewers are an easy appetizer that is perfect for entertaining or the holidays! Made in minutes with only 4 ingredients, don't miss this simple and crowd-pleasing Italian appetizer.
Bring a medium pot of water to a boil and add tortellini. Cook according to package directions until al dente, about 5 minutes, and drain. Rinse with cool water and set aside to dry before using.
On a small bamboo skewer, add one each cooled tortellini, cherry tomato, and mozzarella ball. Set on serving tray and spoon pesto on the tortellini. Serve with extra pesto on the side if desired.
Notes
Tortellini: cheese tortellini works best for this recipe. Be sure you are using the fresh tortellini from the dairy section, rather than the smaller dried tortellini.
Cheese: small fresh mozzarella cheese balls work great here, but you can always substitute other cubed cheese such as provolone.
Variations: this is a great appetizer to add other ingredients to such as salami, olives, or fresh basil leaves.
Pesto: use your favorite store-bought or homemade pesto here. Have extra on the side for dipping.
Make ahead: you can make these skewers a couple hours ahead of time and store in the refrigerator until ready to serve.