Fresh Basil Tortellini Salad

Karen=^..^='s Note:

This is a great pasta salad with cheese tortellini and sweet basil. Plan ahead, because it should chill for a couple hours to allow flavors to blend.

• Total Time: 25 mins
• Prep Time: 15 mins
• Cook Time: 10 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 6

• 1 lb uncooked dry cheese-filled egg tortellini
• 1⁄3; cup olive oil or 1⁄3; cup vegetable oil
• ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil (or 2 tsp dried basil)
• 1 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese
• 1⁄8; teaspoon pepper
• 1 green onion , chopped
• 1 medium carrot , peeled and sliced on the diagonal

Directions:

1. Cook tortellini as directed on package.
2. Drain and rinse with cold water.
3. Mix remaining ingredients in a medium bowl.
4. Add tortellini and toss until well combined.
5. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours.
6. Toss again before serving with additional parmesan cheese.

Reviews

[Bev]

Delightful! Fresh and light. Could be served as a light summertime meal or as a side dish. Would be great served at cookout this summer! Thank you for a wonderful recipe, Karen!

[Mommy2two]

This recipe was a hit at the BBQ I attended this weekend. I loved how easy it was, and the flavor was great. I was told that this was what I was "allowed" to bring to the next BBQ. I shaved, then roughly chopped, the carrots instead of slicing them just because I think they're easier to eat that way. I also used a bit more cheese and pepper than called for. I used regualr balsamic vinegar this time around, but next time I make it, I'm going to try white balsamic so the dressing won't look quite so dark. Thanks Karen, for a great summertime recipe!

[ratherbeswimmin']

I made this as a take to work lunch for me and my husband. We both loved it and thought the dressing was tasty. We both loved the flavor of the fresh basil, too. I ate mine along with a green salad. This salad is a good idea for a light lunch. Thanks for sharing your recipe.