Best Tortellini Salad With Sun Dried Tomato And Balsamic Recipes

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TORTELLINI CHICKEN SALAD WITH SUN-DRIED TOMATOES



Tortellini Chicken Salad With Sun-Dried Tomatoes image

I got this recipe from a friend after enjoying this delicious salad at her home. I usually don't care for spinach but ate three helpings of this salad it was so good! The dressing is to die for! You could also make this with other types of pasta. As with any recipe, feel free to add more or less of the salad ingredients, according to your preferences.

Provided by Kater

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

8 ounces cheese-filled tortellini, cooked according to directions & cooled
8 ounces grilled chicken, cooled & cubed
1 (14 ounce) can quartered marinated artichoke hearts
3 -4 ounces fresh spinach, torn into pieces
1/2 cup sun-dried tomato packed in oil, chopped
4 -6 ounces feta cheese
1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
2 garlic cloves
2 teaspoons dried oregano
2 tablespoons tomato paste
3/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1 cup olive oil
salt & pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • In serving bowl, combine pasta, chicken, artichokes, spinach, tomatoes, feta and onions.
  • To make vinaigrette, puree the garlic, oregano, tomato paste, vinegar and salt & pepper in a food processor or blender.
  • While processing, drizzle in olive oil to make a smooth emulsion.
  • Toss enough dressing with salad to coat and stir to combine.
  • May serve immediately or refrigerate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 922.2, Fat 68.8, SaturatedFat 14.9, Cholesterol 98.8, Sodium 787.5, Carbohydrate 46.1, Fiber 8.5, Sugar 4.2, Protein 34.9

EASY TORTELLINI SALAD



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A blend of spinach and three-cheese tortellini and marinated artichoke hearts. A perfect summer side dish or main dish! Try my Lite Italian Salad Dressing recipe with this salad!

Provided by Lillian

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Tortellini Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 3h25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (8 ounce) package dried spinach tortellini
1 (8 ounce) package dried three-cheese tortellini
1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
1 (6 ounce) jar marinated artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
1 (6 ounce) can sliced black olives, drained
½ red onion, thinly sliced
¼ cup grated carrots
1 ½ cups oil and vinegar dressing

Steps:

  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil. Stir in spinach and three-cheese tortellini and return to a boil. Cook the pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the pasta has cooked through but is still slightly firm, 10 to 11 minutes.
  • Drain well, and allow tortellini to cool.
  • Toss together the tortellini, grape tomatoes, artichoke hearts, olives, red onion, carrots, and dressing in a large bowl.
  • Cover and refrigerate until chilled, at least 3 hours or overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 304.7 calories, Carbohydrate 44.1 g, Cholesterol 64 mg, Fat 10.2 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 9.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 1477.3 mg, Sugar 18.4 g

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