Best Tortellini Salad Lowfat And Low Gi Recipes

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ITALIAN TORTELLINI SALAD



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Bright, flavorful, & full of fresh veggies, this Italian Tortellini Salad is the perfect dish for a potluck or backyard BBQ!

Provided by Holly Nilsson

Categories     Pasta     Salad     Side Dish

Time 2h30m

Number Of Ingredients 9

16 ounces cheese tortellini
1 cup Italian dressing (homemade or store-bought)
1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
¾ cup salami (diced)
⅓ cup red onion (diced)
½ red pepper (diced)
½ green pepper (diced)
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese (shredded)
1 tablespoon parsley

Steps:

  • Bring a medium pot of water to a boil and cook tortellini according to package directions.
  • Cool completely by running under cold water.
  • Combine all ingredients and refrigerate for 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 304 kcal, Carbohydrate 30 g, Protein 12 g, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 31 mg, Sodium 800 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 6 g, ServingSize 1 serving

TORTELLINI CAESAR SALAD



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This salad was served at a dear friend's baby shower by a health-conscious friend, who suggested the dressing be prepared with low-fat or fat-free ingredients. Either way, the creamy dressing has plenty of garlic flavor and coats the pasta, romaine and croutons nicely. -Tammy Steenbock, Sembach Air Base, Germany

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 package (19 ounces) frozen cheese tortellini
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup 2% milk
1/4 cup plus 1/3 cup shredded Parmesan cheese, divided
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 garlic cloves, minced
8 cups torn romaine
1 cup seasoned salad croutons
Halved cherry tomatoes, optional

Steps:

  • Cook tortellini according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, milk, 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, lemon juice and garlic. , Drain tortellini and rinse in cold water; transfer to a large bowl. Add romaine and remaining Parmesan. Just before serving, drizzle with dressing; toss to coat. Top with croutons and tomatoes if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 237 calories, Fat 14g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 327mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

TORTELLINI SALAD (LOWFAT AND LOW GI)



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From "The Good Carb Cookbook." Posted for safe-keeping. Note: You can substitute 3 T grated Parmesan for the feta cheese if you prefer. Cook time includes the 2 hour refrigeration time.

Provided by Treewoman

Categories     Vegetable

Time 2h30m

Yield 7 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

9 ounces refrigerated cheese tortellini
1 1/2 cups small broccoli florets
1 1/2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
1 1/2 cups chopped canned artichoke hearts, drained
3/4 cup matchstick-sized pieces red bell pepper
1/2 cup light Italian dressing or 1/2 cup red wine vinaigrette
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano or 1/2 teaspoon italian seasoning
1/3 cup crumbled fat free feta cheese or 1/3 cup reduced-fat feta cheese

Steps:

  • Cook the tortellini al dente according to package directions. One minute before the pasta is done, add the broccoli and mushrooms and cook for an additional minute or until the broccoli turns bright green and is crisp-tender and the pasta is al dente. Drain the pasta and vegetables, rinse with cool water, and drain again.
  • Put the pasta mixture in a large bowl; add the artichoke hearts, red bell peppers, dressing, oregano, and toss to mix well. If desired, add the feta or Parmesan cheese and toss again.
  • Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 39.5, Fat 0.4, SaturatedFat 0.1, Cholesterol 0.3, Sodium 213.4, Carbohydrate 8, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 2.8, Protein 2.3

MEDITERRANEAN CHICKEN AND PASTA SALAD (LOW GI, LOWFAT)



Mediterranean Chicken and Pasta Salad (Low GI, Lowfat) image

From "The Good Carb Cookbook", posted for safe keeping. Note: Cooking time = refrigeration time. Note: 5/8 cups dressing is 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons.

Provided by Treewoman

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 2h30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup chopped sun-dried tomato (not packed in oil)
1/4 cup water
4 ounces rigatoni pasta or 3 cups rigatoni pasta
1 1/2 cups diced chicken breasts (roasted or grilled) or 8 ounces diced chicken breasts (roasted or grilled)
1 cup chopped canned artichoke heart (drained)
1/4 cup sliced black olives
1/4 cup sliced scallion
5/8 cup low-fat Italian salad dressing (nonfat or lowfat) or 5/8 cup reduced-fat red wine vinaigrette (nonfat or lowfat)
8 cups torn romaine lettuce
1/4 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Combine the dried tomatoes and water in a small pot and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 2 minutes or until the tomatoes are soft and the liquid is absorbed. Set aside to cool to room temperature.
  • Cook the pasta al dente according to package directions. Drain, rinse with cool water and drain again.
  • Put the cooked pasta in a medium sized bowl. Add the tomatoes, chicken, artichoke hearts, olive and scallions; toss to mix well. Pour 1/4 cup of the dressing over pasta mixture, and toss to mix well. Cover the pasta mixture and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  • When ready to serve, place the romaine in a large bowl and add the pasta mixture, the remaining dressing, and, if desired, the walnuts. Toss to mix well. Sprinkle the Parmesan cheese over the salad and toss again. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 223.1, Fat 6.9, SaturatedFat 1.8, Cholesterol 31.7, Sodium 670.9, Carbohydrate 33.3, Fiber 7.4, Sugar 5.2, Protein 9.7

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