Creamy Balsamic
Tortellini Salad Recipe
A quick salad recipe with tortellini, mushrooms and a creamy balsamic dressing. A simple and delicious pasta salad that makes a great quick meal any time.
The menu planner below will give you additional ideas on how to serve this easy pasta salad in a variety of ways. Make it into a light meal or a main entrée.
3-4 servings
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4 Ingredients Needed:
meat or cheese (frozen or refrigerated) tortellini –
1 package
fresh mushrooms – 1 cup sliced
* sour cream – 3 tbsp
balsamic vinegar – 1 tbsp
* Quick Tip to Reduce Fat: use low-fat or nonfat
sour cream
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1. Start by preparing the tortellini according to package directions.
2. While pasta is cooking, take a skillet and heat a little olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the mushrooms, stirring frequently until done, about 4 to 5 minutes.
3. Transfer mushrooms to a mixing bowl and add the sour cream and vinegar to the bowl. Toss all ingredients together.
4. When the pasta is finished cooking, add to the other ingredients and toss together.
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Quick Meals - Menu Planner
Main Meal Ideas:
** Serve this easy pasta salad with warm garlic bread and a
a simple salad.
** Tortellini Salad with Sautéed Squash and Tomatoes: Another simple idea, is to serve this creamy pasta salad with sautéed cherry tomatoes, zucchini, and yellow squash.
Light Meal Ideas (suitable for lunch or a light dinner):
** Serve this creamy balsamic tortellini salad recipe with carrot, celery and cucumber sticks.
** This creamy tortellini salad makes a quick meal when served over a bed of baby spinach leaves along with garlic breadsticks.
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Ingredient Exchanges:
* Instead of Mushrooms: try Onions or Red or Green Bell Peppers
* Instead of Sour Cream: try Yogurt or Greek Style Yogurt
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Related Links:
Chicken Pasta Salad
Cold Pasta Salad Recipe
Pasta Salad with Broccoli and Sun-Dried Tomatoes
Roasted Vegetables and Rotini Pasta
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