TORTELLINI TOSSED SALAD

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Fast, satisfying and delicious, this hearty salad with cheese tortellini will surprise and delight the whole family. For a change of pace, serve it with your favorite salad dressing. -Simple & Delicious Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 package (9 ounces) refrigerated cheese tortellini
4 ounces sliced pancetta, chopped
1 package (10 ounces) ready-to-serve Italian blend salad greens
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 medium red onion, halved and thinly sliced
3/4 cup poppy seed salad dressing

Steps:

Cook tortellini according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook pancetta over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels to drain. Drain tortellini and rinse in cold water., In a large bowl, combine the salad greens, cheese, onion, tortellini and pancetta. Drizzle with salad dressing; toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 431 calories, Fat 27g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 64mg cholesterol, Sodium 835mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 14g protein.