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Pesto Tortellini Salad

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  • 15 Min
  • 6 Servings
  • $12

INGREDIENTS

  • Pasta

    • 1 (9 ounce) package cheese tortellini

  • Vegetables

    • 1 small red bell pepper, julienned
    • 🥦 Âľ cup broccoli florets, blanched
    • 🥕 â…“ cup shredded carrots
    • 1 bunch fresh spinach leaves

  • Condiments and Flavorings

    • ½ cup mayonnaise
    • ÂĽ cup prepared basil pesto
    • 🧄 1 clove garlic, chopped
    • 1 tablespoon distilled white vinegar
    • 🧀 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 🥛 ÂĽ cup milk

  • Other

    • â…“ cup pitted green olives

STEPS

1

Gather all ingredients.

2

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Place tortellini in the pot and cook until al dente, 7 to 8 minutes. Drain and cool.

3

Mix cooked tortellini, bell pepper, broccoli, carrots, olives, and garlic in a large bowl.

4

Whisk mayonnaise, pesto, milk, Parmesan cheese, oil, and vinegar together in a separate bowl. Pour over tortellini and vegetables and gently toss to coat.

5

For best flavor results, cover and place in the refrigerator until chilled. Serve over spinach leaves.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

383

Calories

  • 11g
    Protein
  • 26g
    Carbs
  • 27g
    Fats

đź’ˇ Tips

Use fresh pesto for better flavor.Add some cherry tomatoes for color and added flavor.Make it ahead of time as the flavors develop better when chilling.

⚠️ Precautions

This recipe is for inspiration only. The specific use needs to beadjusted according to individual differences.