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Tortellini Salad With Asparagus and Fresh Basil Vinaigrette Recipe

Tortellini Salad With Asparagus and Fresh Basil Vinaigrette Recipe

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Tortellini Salad With Asparagus and Fresh Basil Vinaigrette

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Ingredients:

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6 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil
3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 shallot, minced
1 garlic clove, minced
salt
pepper
1 lb asparagus , tough ends trimmed and sliced thin on the bias
2 (9 oz) packages fresh cheese tortellini
1/4 cup pine nuts
1 pint grape tomatoes
1 oz parmesan cheese, grated (about 1/2 cup)

Directions:

Whisk the olive oil, basil, lemon juice, shallot, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper together in a bowl large enough to hold the salad.
Cook the asparagus in 4 quarts boiling water seasoned with 1 tablespoon salt until tender, about 3 minutes.
Transfer the asparagus to a colander using a slotted spoon (do not discard the boiling water).
Shake out any excess water and toss with the vinaigrette.
Return the water to a boil, add the tortellini, and cook until tender, following the package directions.
Drain the tortellini thoroughly, then toss while hot with the asparagus and dressing.
Refrigerate until chilled, about 30 minutes.
Toast the pine nuts in a small skillet over medium heat until golden and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
Just before serving, stir the toasted pine nuts, tomatoes, and Parmesan into the salad and season with salt and pepper.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	163.28 Kcal (684 kJ)
Calories from fat	111.68 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	12.41g	19%
Cholesterol	4.88mg	2%
Sodium	68.98mg	3%
Potassium	166.63mg	4%
Total Carbs	10.67g	4%
Sugars	4.04g	16%
Dietary Fiber	1.52g	6%
Protein	3.63g	7%
Vitamin C	5.7mg	10%
Iron	1.4mg	8%
Calcium	58.5mg	6%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	125.12 Kcal (524 kJ)
Calories from fat	85.58 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	9.51g	19%
Cholesterol	3.74mg	2%
Sodium	52.86mg	3%
Potassium	127.68mg	4%
Total Carbs	8.17g	4%
Sugars	3.1g	16%
Dietary Fiber	1.16g	6%
Protein	2.79g	7%
Vitamin C	4.4mg	10%
Iron	1.1mg	8%
Calcium	44.8mg	6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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