TORTELLINI SALAD WITH FRESH BASIL AND TOMATOES IN VINAIGRETTE
I took an idea from Michael Chiarello on the Food Network, and tweaked it according to a favorite vinaigrette recipe of mine. This is a delightful main-dish salad on a hot summer night. Grill up some foccacia, brushed with a good olive oil like Frantoia or Ravida, and serve it in pie-shaped wedges alongside. Good eats!
Provided by Maumeeprof
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 40m
Yield 12-14 1/2 cup servings, 12-16 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- For the Vinaigrette: Whir first five ingredients in blender until smooth. Drizzle thin stream of olive oil in until all is emulsified. Set aside.
- Boil tortellini according to directions, drain, rinse in cold water to stop the cooking. Spread cooked pasta out on a jelly roll pan, drizzle with the good olive oil and sprinkle with pepper; stir up to coat tortellini with oil. This prevents the pasta from going glue-y when added to the rest of the salad ingredients. Set aside, covered with plastic wrap, at room temperature for up to a couple hours.
- In a very large bowl, place quartered tomatoes, feta cheese crumbles, scallions, and pour about half the vinaigrette over, tossing gently. Refrigerate the tomato mixture until 2-3 hours before serving.
- About 2-3 hours before serving, toss the oiled tortellini with the tomato mixture, add a bit more dressing, if you think it needs it. Refrigerate. Just before serving, toss the fresh basil with the tortellini-tomato mixture. Serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 355.9, Fat 26.3, SaturatedFat 7, Cholesterol 33.7, Sodium 416.9, Carbohydrate 22.4, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 3.4, Protein 8.9
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Fateme Ahmadi
a@gmail.comI can't wait to make this salad again.
Josh Hoggard
j-h@hotmail.co.ukThis tortellini salad is amazing!
Malik iftikhar Malik iftikhar
m91@hotmail.frThis salad is a keeper.
dortii
dortii56@yahoo.comI've made this salad several times and it's always a hit.
Soma Ram
rams@yahoo.comThis salad is so versatile.
xx fish naz
xx_f@hotmail.comThe toasted pine nuts add a nice crunch.
Clifton Baswell II
ii48@yahoo.comI love the vinaigrette dressing.
Tammy Andrews
a@hotmail.frThis salad is the perfect summer dish.
Abubacar Juwara
juwara@aol.comThis salad is a great way to use up leftover tortellini.
Akib Billah
b-a@aol.comI'm not a fan of tortellini salad, but this recipe changed my mind.
John Ore
j-o@gmail.comThis salad is so easy to make and it's always a hit.
rhrakib hasan
hasan_rhrakib13@gmail.comI love the pop of flavor from the fresh tomatoes and basil.
Happy Dhliwayo
happy_d13@yahoo.comThis salad is so refreshing and flavorful. It's the perfect summer dish.
Manan Saad Saif
saif-m@gmail.comThis salad is a great way to use up leftover tortellini. I usually make a big batch of tortellini soup on the weekend, and then I use the leftovers to make this salad during the week.
Papon Bordhon
p@gmail.comI love how versatile this salad is. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste. I often add grilled chicken or shrimp, or I'll use different types of vegetables.
Leo Rimašs
r@yahoo.comThis salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I've made it for parties, picnics, and potlucks, and it's always a hit.
Dainess Nanyanje
nanyanje99@aol.comI'm not usually a fan of tortellini salad, but this recipe changed my mind. The combination of flavors and textures was perfect. I especially loved the creamy tortellini with the crisp vegetables and tangy dressing.
abreham abteham
a_a@gmail.comThis tortellini salad was a hit at my summer potluck! The fresh basil and tomatoes gave it a light and refreshing flavor, while the vinaigrette dressing added a tangy touch. I also loved the addition of the toasted pine nuts, which added a nice crunc