Broccoli Tortellini Salad

Prep Time: 15 Minutes

Cook Time: 0 Minutes

Ready In: 15 Minutes

Servings: 8

Ingredients:

1 16-ounce package(s) frozen cheese tortellini

2 cup(s) julienned carrots

3 1/2 cup(s) broccoli florets

1 to 2 tablespoon(s) chopped green onions

1/2 cup(s) olive oil

3 tablespoon(s) cider or red wine vinegar

3 tablespoon(s) minced fresh parsley

4 1/2 teaspoon(s) dijon mustard

1 tablespoon(s) minced fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried basil

1 tablespoon(s) minced fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme

1 to 1-1/4 teaspoon(s) salt

1/2 teaspoon(s) pepper

3 garlic cloves, minced

Directions:

1. Cook tortellini according to package directions. Rinse in cold water; drain. Place carrots in a steamer basket over 1 in of boiling water in a saucepan. Cover and steam for 3-4 minutes. Add broccoli; steam 4-5 minutes longer or until crisp-tender. Rinse in cold water; drain. In a large bowl, combine tortellini, carrots, broccoli and onions. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine dressing ingredients; shake well. Pour over salad and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.

By RecipeOfHealth.com