PASTA SALAD WITH SALAMI, CARROTS, PEAS AND ROASTED RED PEPPERS RECIPE - (4/5)

Pasta Salad With Salami, Carrots, Peas and Roasted Red Peppers Recipe - (4/5) image

Provided by cyosi

Number Of Ingredients 10

Kosher salt
1/2 pound tortellini
1 cup cubed salami
1 cup shredded carrots
1 cup frozen peas or snap peas, blanched
1/2 cup chopped roasted red peppers
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 shallot, minced
Freshly ground pepper

Steps:

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the tortellini and cook as the label directs; drain and rinse under cold water. Transfer to a large bowl. Add the salami, carrots, peas and roasted red peppers to the bowl with the tortellini. Make the dressing: Whisk the olive oil, white wine vinegar, shallot, 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper to taste in a bowl. Pour over the pasta salad and toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper. Chill for up to 3 hours. **For a creamy sauce, mix together 1/3 cup mayo, 3 tablespoons sour cream, 1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1/2 cup chopped fresh herbs and salt and pepper to taste.