Name: Pesto Tortellini Salad
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 12 ounces cheese tortellini; 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; 1 cup fresh basil leaves; 1/2 cup pesto sauce; 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese; Salt and pepper to taste

Pesto Tortellini Salad

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A light and refreshing salad with cheese tortellini, cherry tomatoes, and aromatic pesto, perfect for summer dining.

Author: doughgirlbyleaa
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Yield: 4 servings 1x
Category: Salad
Method: Mixing
Cuisine: Italian
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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12 ounces cheese tortellini
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup fresh basil leaves
1/2 cup pesto sauce
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

Cook the tortellini according to package instructions; drain and let cool.
In a large bowl, combine the cooled tortellini, halved cherry tomatoes, and fresh basil leaves.
Add the pesto sauce and toss to coat evenly.
Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

Customize the salad with your favorite veggies or use pre-cooked tortellini for quicker prep.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 300
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 350mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 12g
Cholesterol: 10mg

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