June 20th, 2013
Rehoboth Eats, Tortellini Salad, Pasta, Salami, Cheese….Recipe, Easy
This recipe is really good, if I say so myself. Even though it is not one of the most dietetic recipes, I think you will like it. Friends will be asking you for the recipe. It is the perfect recipe to take to a party, picnic or beach. It does travel well.
It is pasta, and it does have salami and cheese, but to tell you the truth, it is pretty light and I think it has to do with the dressing.
Don’t eat it all at once, but if you do eat more than you wanted to, then just increase you exercise routine by about 3 hours. That should do it!!
TORTELLINI SALAD
20 ounces cheese tortellini (any kind), cooked al dente and drained
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
1/2 lb. salami, cubed
1/2 lb. Havarti cheese, cubed (I bought the one that had jalapenos.)
1 red or green bell pepper, chopped
1 cup sliced black olives
6 green onions, including tops, sliced
DRESSING
6 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 cup virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons dried basil
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon of salt (I did not add any since the salami and cheese had plenty.)
1/2 teaspoon of pepper
2 garlic cloves, minced (optional)
In a large bowl, combine tortellini, parsley, salami, cheese, bell pepper, olives and green onions.
In a blender or food processor, combine all dressing ingredients; blend well. Pour dressing over salad and toss thoroughly.
Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour. If making it over 3 hours ahead of time, reserve half the dressing and toss with salad just before serving.
Serves about 10 people.
Enjoy and make it your own.
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