Tortellini Spinach Salad With Sesame Dressing Food

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 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.

LEMONY TORTELLINI-SPINACH SALAD

Steps:

• Combine ingredients.
• Refrigerate 30 min.

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!

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.

TORTELLINI AND SPINACH PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
• Whisk the mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper together in a large bowl.
• Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook according to the package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool. Add to the bowl with the dressing.
• Add the spinach, basil, and scallions, Gouda and tomato to the bowl and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper. The pasta salad is best if served right away.
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TORTELLINI SPINACH SALAD

Steps:

• In a salad bowl, combine the spinach, tortellini and Parmesan cheese. Drizzle with dressing; toss to coat.

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.

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

Steps:

• Combine all ingredients; cover.
• Refrigerate several hours or until chilled.