Quick Tortellini Salad
This is one of my favourites and one that I use a lot in the summer!
Look for whole-wheat versions of this in speciality stores…I have found Whole Wheat Couscous that is wonderful as well!
Dressing
1/3 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon SweetR! Gourmet or Agave
1/2 teaspoon Sea Salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
Salad
1 (9 oz) pkg refrigerated cheese-filled tortellini (or you can find a dried version as well, just cook and then measure)
1 cup sliced carrots
1 1/2 cups Frozen Cut Green Beans
2 tablespoons sliced green onions
In jar with tight-fitting lid, combine all the dressing ingredients; shake well. Set aside.
Cook tortellini, carrots and green beans as directed on the tortellini package until tortellini are tender and vegetables are crisp-tender. Drain; return to saucepan. Cover with cold water; let stand 5 minutes. Drain well
In medium bowl, combine tortellini, carrots and green beans; add onion. Pour dressing over salad; toss gently to coat.
8 (1/2 cup) servings
