SALMON TORTELLINI ALFREDO

SALMON TORTELLINI ALFREDO image

Yield 6 -8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 packages fresh cheese filled tortellini (or two packages dried)
3 TBL Olive Oil
Salmon fillet, 8 - 16 oz.
2 TBL Mrs. Dash Seasoning
1 tsp Salt
1 tsp Pepper
1 16 oz. jar Light Alfredo Sauce
1 cup frozen peas, defrosted & warmed.
1/3 cup pine nuts, toasted

Steps:

Prepare tortellini per instructions for al dente. Set aside in large serving bowl. On stove top, heat olive oil on medium heat. While heating oil, coat salmon fillet with Mrs. Dash Seasoning, salt and pepper. Add salmon to fry pan, skin side down and fry for 3-5 min. Turn salmon over, adding more olive oil if necessary to prevent sticking. Fry until cooked through, about 3-5 more minutes. Remove from heat. Gently toss light alfredo sauce, peas and pinenuts with tortellinis. Remove salmon skin and flake/chunk salmon with a fork. Add chunks of salmon to tortellini dish and gently mix in. This dish can be served hot or chilled is delicious as well!