Best Robins Pesto Tortellini And Shrimp Salad Recipes

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ROBIN'S PESTO TORTELLINI AND SHRIMP SALAD



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My sister frequently makes this for summertime gatherings. There is never a bite left! So cool and fresh! The original recipe calls for Pesto tortellini, but you may use any kind you like. It also calls for fresh snowpea pods, but frozen may be substituted.

Provided by davianng

Categories     Summer

Time 20m

Yield 4-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups tortellini
1 lb large shrimp, cooked and chopped
1/2 lb peapods, fresh
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
4 green onions, chopped including green tops
salt and pepper, to taste
1/2 cup mayonnaise
romaine lettuce
fresh basil, chopped

Steps:

  • Cook tortellini as per package directions until al dente.
  • Blanch peapods in boiling water for 2 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  • Combine tortellini, shrimp, snowpea pods, cheese, green onions, salt, pepper and mayonnaise. Toss well.
  • Chill at least 1 hour.
  • Line bowl with Romaine lettuce leaves, pour in salad and garnish heavily with chopped fresh basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 302.1, Fat 7, SaturatedFat 3.2, Cholesterol 171.4, Sodium 1076.3, Carbohydrate 32, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 3.2, Protein 27

CREAMY SHRIMP & TORTELLINI SALAD



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A creamy tortellini salad that's fit to serve company. I came up with this on an extremely warm day when I wanted to prepare dinner early and serve something cool. This can be adjusted according to amounts or type herbs you prefer.You can substitute chicken for the shrimp.Reduce fat by using low fat mayo and sour cream. Serve this one with a green salad and a glass of your favorite white wine.Cook time is prep and chill time

Provided by redwine

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 2h30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (9 ounce) package tortellini (I used the chicken and proscuitto filled)
1/2 lb peeled & cooked cocktail shrimp
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
1/2 teaspoon lemon pepper
2 tablespoons fresh grated fresh grated style parmesan cheese
garlic powder
salt

Steps:

  • Cook tortellini according to package directions. Drain and set aside to cool.
  • Mix together sour cream, mayonnaise, basil and chives. Stir in lemon pepper and garlic powder and salt.
  • Add sour cream dressing mixture to the cooked tortellini and shrimp. Gently toss.
  • Chill at least 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 441.1, Fat 21.8, SaturatedFat 8.1, Cholesterol 159.9, Sodium 610.4, Carbohydrate 38.7, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 2.6, Protein 22.7

TORTELLINI PESTO SALAD



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Wonderful pasta salad. So different from the Italian dressing pasta salads. Very hearty side dish or main dish for lunch. Crunchy veggies and rich pesto sauce.

Provided by Jenny Saunders

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (9 ounce) package cheese tortellini
1 small red bell pepper, julienned
¾ cup broccoli florets, blanched
⅓ cup shredded carrots
⅓ cup pitted green olives
1 clove garlic, chopped
½ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup prepared basil pesto
¼ cup milk
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon distilled white vinegar
1 bunch fresh spinach leaves

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Place tortellini in the pot, and cook for 7 to 8 minutes, until al dente. Drain, and cool.
  • In a large bowl, mix the cooked tortellini, red bell pepper, broccoli, carrots, olives, and garlic.
  • In a separate bowl, stir together the mayonnaise, pesto, milk, Parmesan cheese, olive oil, and vinegar. Pour over the tortellini and vegetables, and gently toss to coat. Cover, and place in the refrigerator 1 hour, until chilled. Serve over spinach leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 382.8 calories, Carbohydrate 26.1 g, Cholesterol 31.3 mg, Fat 27.3 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 11.2 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 614.6 mg, Sugar 3.1 g

PESTO TORTELLINI



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This is good as an appetizer, serve with toothpicks or as a very good pasta salad. I first tried this recipe for Stephanie's Bat Mitzvah.

Provided by mandabears

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 25m

Yield 24 appetizer servings, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup fresh parsley leaves, remove stems
1/4 cup pine nuts
2 garlic cloves
2 teaspoons dried basil
1 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup olive oil
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 lb cheese tortellini

Steps:

  • Chop parsley in a blender or food processor.
  • With motor still running, add pine nuts, garlic cloves, basil and salt.
  • Continue processing until garlic is finely chopped.
  • Slowly drizzle in olive oil.
  • Then stop machine and fold in parmesan cheese.
  • Cook tortellini according to package directions.
  • Drain and toss with sauce.
  • Serve as an appetizer at room temperature with toothpicks.
  • Or serve chilled as a salad.
  • Can also serve warm as a pasta dish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 786, Fat 53.7, SaturatedFat 11.7, Cholesterol 58.7, Sodium 1172.6, Carbohydrate 56.6, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 1.6, Protein 21.9

TORTELLINI PASTA SALAD WITH SHRIMP



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Make and share this Tortellini Pasta Salad With Shrimp recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Manami

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

9 ounces spinach tortellini
2 small zucchini, cooked and sliced
2 small tomatoes, cut into wedges
7 ounces marinated artichoke hearts, drained and quartered
1/4 cup sliced ripe olives, drained
1 tablespoon Italian dressing
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 -2 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1 lb cooked shrimp, thawed and drained
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
2/3 cup fat-free Italian salad dressing (we used Newmans Own)

Steps:

  • Cook tortellinin in a large pot of boiling water 10 minutes or until al dente.
  • Drain and transfer to a large bowl.
  • Combine remainimg ingredients with tortellini and toss gently.
  • Can serve this way or refrigerate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 204.5, Fat 4.5, SaturatedFat 1.2, Cholesterol 224, Sodium 917.2, Carbohydrate 13.8, Fiber 4.4, Sugar 6.5, Protein 28

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