Fresh Basil Tortellini Salad

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.

• Ready In: 25 mins
• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 1  lb  uncooked dry  cheese-filled egg tortellini
• 1⁄3 cup olive oil or 1⁄3 cup  vegetable oil
• 1⁄4 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.