Creamy Shrimp & Tortellini Salad |
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Prep Time: 30 Minutes Cook Time: 120 Minutes |
Ready In: 150 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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A creamy tortellini salad that's fit to serve company. I came up with this on an extremely warm day when I wanted to prepare dinner early and serve something cool. This can be adjusted according to amounts or type herbs you prefer.You can substitute chicken for the shrimp.Reduce fat by using low fat mayo and sour cream. Serve this one with a green salad and a glass of your favorite white wine.Cook time is prep and chill time Ingredients:
1 (9 ounce) package tortellini (i used the chicken and proscuitto filled) |
1/2 lb peeled & cooked cocktail shrimp |
1/2 cup mayonnaise |
1/2 cup sour cream |
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil |
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives |
1/2 teaspoon lemon pepper |
2 tablespoons fresh grated fresh grated style parmesan cheese |
garlic powder |
salt |
Directions:
1. Cook tortellini according to package directions. Drain and set aside to cool.
2. Mix together sour cream, mayonnaise, basil and chives. Stir in lemon pepper and garlic powder and salt.
3. Add sour cream dressing mixture to the cooked tortellini and shrimp. Gently toss.
4. Chill at least 2 hours.
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