Tortellini And Spinach Pasta Salad Food

SPINACH TORTELLINI SALAD RECIPE

Steps:

• Cook tortellini pasta according to package directions. Rinse under cold water and drain.
• In a large bowl, combine the tortellini, spinach, cheese, tomatoes and olives. Toss with Italian dressing and season with salt and pepper. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

SPINACH AND TORTELLINI SALAD

Steps:

• In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook pasta until al dente, rinse under cold water and drain.
• In a large bowl, combine the tortellini, spinach, cheese, tomatoes and olives. Add enough salad dressing to coat. Toss and season with salt and pepper.

SPINACH TORTELLINI SALAD

Steps:

• Cook the tortellini pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions (about 5 to 7 minutes). Drain and rinse in cold water.
• Transfer the pasta to a large bowl. Add the rest of the salad ingredients and toss gently.
• In a small bowl, combine the garlic, lemon juice, vinegar, olive oil, and herbs. Add a big pinch of kosher salt and black pepper. Whisk to combine.
• Pour the dressing over the salad. Toss to combine.
• For best flavor, allow the salad to rest for 30 minutes or so for the flavors to meld before serving. Transfer to a platter and serve.

GREEK-STYLE SPINACH AND EGG TORTELLINI SALAD

Steps:

• Cook the tortellini in a large pot of boiling salted water until tender (about 4-5 minutes) drain and rinse under cold water; place in a large glass bowl.
• In a bowl whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, parsley, oregano, garlic, salt and Parmesan cheese (add in a small amount of sugar if desired and season with black pepper to taste).
• Pour the dressing over the tortellini; toss to combine; cover and chill for 4-24 hours.
• To prepare the salad; add in spinach leaves, feta cheese, onions slices and cherry tomatoes; toss gently to combine with the tortellini/dressing mixture.
• Season with more salt and pepper if desired.
• Mound on a large serving platter or plate, and arrange the egg quarters around the edge.
• Delicious!

RAVIOLI OR TORTELLINI WITH PESTO AND SPINACH

Steps:

• Cook pasta according to package directions.
• Spray a skillet with cooking spray and saute minced garlic until fragrant. Add chopped fresh spinach. If using frozen defrost and add to pan. Cook until wilted.
• Add pesto and broth to pan and cook until heated through.
• Plate pasta and top with sauce. Top with fresh grated parmesan. Add red pepper flakes if desired.

TORTELLINI AND SPINACH SALAD WITH SESAME DRESSING

Steps:

• Combine all the ingredients for the sesame dressing in a screw-top jar and shake vigorously. Set aside.
• Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Drop in the tortellini and cook until al dente, about 5 minutes. Do not overcook. Drain in a colander. Run cold water over the tortellini until they are cold, then drain again very well. Pour into a large serving bowl.
• Stir in the pepper, tomato, and onion, then pour on half of the sesame dressing and toss well. Let marinate at least 30 minutes, or up to 8 hours. Cover and chill if longer than 1 hour. Bring to room temperature before serving.
• Place the sesame seeds in a dry, small saucepan and toast them over medium heat until they begin to pop and smoke slightly, about 3 minutes. Pour into a little dish and let cool.
• Just before serving, stir the spinach into the tortellini mixture. Pour on the remaining dressing and toss well. Sprinkle on the sesame seeds and toss again.

TORTELLINI SPINACH SALAD WITH SESAME DRESSING

Steps:

• Combine dressing ingredients (oil through black pepper) in a jar, shaking to combine (or whisk together in a small bowl).
• Cook tortellini according to package directions, being sure not to overcook. Drain and transfer to a large serving bowl.
• Stir the bell pepper, tomato and onion with the tortellini. Pour half of the dressing over and toss well.
• Let marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 8 hours. (Cover and chill if longer than 1 hour. Bring to room temperature before serving.).
• Just before serving, stir the spinach into the tortellini mixture. Pour on the remaining dressing and toss well. Sprinkle on the sesame seeds and toss again.
• *Note: To toast sesame seeds, place in a small, dry skillet and toast over medium heat until they begin to pop and smoke slightly, about 3 minutes. Let cool. Be careful not to burn them!

TUNA AND SPINACH TORTELLINI SALAD

Steps:

• In a saucepan with boiling salted water, cook pasta until tender. Drain and let cool down.
• In a salad bowl, mix all ingredients. Add salt and pepper.

TORTELLINI & BOW TIE PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Drain the precooked Tortellini and Bow Tie Pasta in a large colander.
• Rinse both pastas under cold water until completely cooled.
• Drain completely and set aside.
• In a large salad bowl, toss together the Salad Pastas and Vegetables.
• Add the Dressing and Spices and toss everything well.
• Refrigerate until time to serve.
• This salad develops more flavor the longer it refrigerates so it can be made the night before if desired.
• Lightly toss just prior to serving.

SPINACH SALAD WITH TORTELLINI & ROASTED ONIONS

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 425°. Toss onion with oil; spread into a foil-lined 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Roast until softened and lightly browned, 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally., Cook tortellini according to package directions. Drain and rinse gently with cold water; drain well., Place 1/2 cup salad dressing, vinegar and roasted onion in a blender. Cover; process until blended, thinning with additional dressing if desired., To serve, place spinach, chicken, artichoke hearts, olives, peppers and tortellini in a large bowl; toss with onion mixture. Top with cheese.