FRESH BASIL TORTELLINI SALAD

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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.

Provided by Karen..

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

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

Steps:

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

Nutrition Facts : Calories 356.5, Fat 17.7, SaturatedFat 4.5, Cholesterol 32.5, Sodium 489, Carbohydrate 38.6, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 2.9, Protein 10.8

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