CONFETTI TORTELLINI SALAD

Confetti Tortellini Salad image

After sampling a similar pasta salad at a market in Florida, I came home to develop my own version. This recipe is as close to the original as anything I've ever tried.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1-1/2 cups refrigerated or frozen cheese tortellini
1 cup fresh cauliflowerets
1 cup fresh broccoli florets
2 medium carrots, cut into 1/4-inch slices
2 tablespoons thinly sliced green onions
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup Italian salad dressing
1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce

Steps:

Ina large saucepan, cook tortellini according to package directions; drain. In a large bowl, combine the tortellini, vegetables and garlic. Sprinkle with cheese. Combine the salad dressing and hot pepper sauce; pour over salad and toss gently. Cover and refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 189 calories, Fat 11g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 516mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.