Pesto Tortellini Salad
"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."
- Ready In:
- 20mins
- Ingredients:
- 7
- Yields:
-
4 cups
- Serves:
- 8
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
- Cook tortellini according to package directions.
- Drain and rinse with cold water. Set aside to cool.
- Combine oil & vinegar dressing and pesto in a small jar with tight fitting lid.
- Shake well to combine. Set aside.
- Combine tortellini, cheese, olives, peppers and tomatoes (if using) in a large glass bowl.
- Stir to combine.
- Shake dressing & pesto to combine. Pour over pasta salad.
- Mix well.
- Cover and refridgerate at least 1 hour.
- Serve cold.
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