PESTO TORTELLINI SALAD WITH BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE

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I found this recipe online at recipegoldmine.com This salad is delicious! I made it for my husbands work BBQ and everyone loved it! I made Emerils balsamic vinaigrette because of how easy and tasty it is but feel free to use your fav!

Provided by Lindsey McCue

Categories     Pasta Salads

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 20oz pkg refrigerated mixed cheese tortellini
1 c (8oz) pesto sauce
1/2 c prepared balsamic vinaigrette dressing (recipe i used follows)
1/2 c drained and chopped oil packed sun-dried tomatoes
3 small sprigs green onions, finely chopped (white part and part of the green)
1/2 c toasted pine nuts or walnuts,chopped
EMERILS EASY BALSAMIC DRESSING
1/4 c balsamic vinegar
2 tsp brown sugar
2 clove garlic, minced
salt and pepper to taste
1/2 c olive oil

Steps:

  • 1. Cook tortellini as directed on package and allow to cool.
  • 2. In a medium bowl combine all ingredients and toss to combine. Chill for at least 1 hour or overnight.
  • 3. FOR THE DRESSING-- In a small bowl combine vinegar, sugar, and garlic. Whisk consistently and slowly add the olive oil until well combined. Add salt and pepper to taste. Chill in an airtight container until ready to use.

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