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Pesto Tortellini Salad
 
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes
Ready In: 20 Minutes
Servings: 1
This was adapted from a recipe in Better Homes and Gardens.We call this the Family Salad in our house. We each have a favourite ingredient that we put in. So easy to make and lasts for a few days in the fridge. Try different types of cheeses in place of the cheddar. Havarti with jalapeno works very well. Be sure to use the prepared oil & vinegar dressing.
Ingredients:
1/3 cup oil & vinegar salad dressing (store bought)
3 tablespoons basil pesto (classico works well)
1 (350 g) package cheese tortellini (oliveiri tri-colour)
4 ounces cheddar cheese, cubed
1/2 cup stuffed green olive
12 pickled pepperoncini peppers
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved (optional)
Directions:
1. Cook tortellini according to package directions.
2. Drain and rinse with cold water. Set aside to cool.
3. Combine oil & vinegar dressing and pesto in a small jar with tight fitting lid.
4. Shake well to combine. Set aside.
5. Combine tortellini, cheese, olives, peppers and tomatoes (if using) in a large glass bowl.
6. Stir to combine.
7. Shake dressing & pesto to combine. Pour over pasta salad.
8. Mix well.
9. Cover and refridgerate at least 1 hour.
10. Serve cold.
By RecipeOfHealth.com