Tortellini and Shrimp Salad

Plan ahead this needs to chill overnight before serving, it's a great salad to take to potlucks or to serve at get togethers. Adjust all ingredient amounts to taste. Cheese tortellini can be used in place of the spinach cheese, Golden Caesar only for this salad!

• Ready In: 24 hrs
• Serves: 8

Ingredients

• 2 (12 ounce) packages  spinach and cheese tortellini
• 2  cups  fresh small broccoli florets (or use cauliflower)
• 1  small onion (finely chopped, about 1/3 cup) (optional)
• 1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts, quartered
• 1  cup  sliced black olives (or to taste)
• 1  lb  cooked small shrimp (can use more if desired)
• 1 (16 ounce) bottle  golden  caesar salad dressing
• 2  cups cherry tomatoes, halved
• 3⁄4-1  cup  grated parmesan cheese
•  black pepper
•  salt (optional)

Directions

1. Cook the tortellini according to package directions; drain well under cold water then place in a large bowl.
2. Add in broccoli, onion (if using) artichokes, olives, cooked shrimp and dressing; toss well to combine.
3. Cover and chill overnight.
4. Just before serving add in tomatoes and Parmesan cheese.
5. Season with black pepper to taste and salt if desired.