Tortellini Pasta Salad

Tortellini is a versatile pasta. It is comfortable, as in this recipe, being a salad with vegetables, and is classic with a meat sauce.

• 4 ounces fresh tortellini
• 1 cup fresh basil leaves
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 1 small green pepper - seeded and julienne cut
• 1 small sweet red pepper, seeded and julienned
• 1/2 cup Italian pitted black olives

METHOD

In 3 quarts boiling water, cook tortellini until tender, about 4-6 minutes.

Drain and rinse with cold water.

In a food processor combine basil, garlic, parmesan cheese, balsamic vinegar and olive oil. Mix until pureed.

In a large bowl , combine tortellini, dressing, the two peppers and black olives. Toss gently to mix. Chill for 1 hour before serving.

Serves: 2 - 4 as side salad

Contributor: Wolf Hanau

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