Tortellini Pasta Salad
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 8
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Ingredients
- SALAD:
- 24 ounces cheese tortellini
- 2 cups celery, chopped
- 14 ounces artichoke hearts
- 3/4 cup green onion
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil
- 1/2 cup kalamata olives, halved
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- DRESSING:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup red wine vinegar or champagne vinegar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard

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- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon oregano, ground
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
- 1/4 teaspoon dried basil or 1 teaspoon minced fresh basil
- 1 clove garlic, minced or finely chopped 
 
The cheese filled tortellini in this wonderful salad makes it substantial enough to serve as an
entrée or as the featured menu item for a summertime brunch.
 
Directions
  • Cook and drain tortellini according to package instructions. Allow it to cool.
  • Combine
    tortellini, celery, artichoke hearts, onion, sun-dried tomatoes, olives, and cheese in a large
    bowl.
  • In a separate small bowl, whisk together dressing ingredients and pour over salad.
  • Cover and chill a minimum of 3 hours. Best if chilled overnight.


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