FRUITY TORTELLINI SALAD

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Being from Vermont, the nation's leading maple syrup-producing state, I use pure maple syrup for a special sweet taste. By adding chicken, this salad can be a light main course. - Vicky McClain, St. Albans, Vermont

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 package (9 ounces) refrigerated cheese tortellini
1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
1 medium grapefruit, peeled and sectioned
1 medium lemon, peeled and sectioned
2 kiwifruit, peeled and sliced
1 cup halved seedless red grapes
2 cups cubed cooked chicken, optional
1/2 cup maple syrup
1/2 cup orange juice
1/2 cup cashews

Steps:

Cook tortellini according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. In a large bowl, combine the tortellini, fruit and chicken if desired. , In a small bowl, whisk the syrup and orange juice; pour over salad and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Sprinkle with cashews just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 279 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 188mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (29g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 7g protein.