Tortellini, Fresh Tomato and Pea Salad
Courtesy of Florida Tomato Commission 4 Servings • 5 Min. Prep Time • 15 Min. Cook Time • Fresh garden salad Your favorite bread Fresh-brewed iced tea| Ingredients |
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| 1 lb. frozen cheese tortellini |
| 1 c. frozen peas |
| 4 Tbsp. balsamic salad dressing OR Italian salad dressing, divided |
| 2 large tomatoes, cut in chunks (about 2 1/2 c.) |
| 1/2 c. mixed salad greens, such as watercress, arugula, or mixed greens |
| 1/2 c. diced sweet onion |
Directions:
1. Cook tortellini according to pkg. directions, adding peas during the last 30 sec.; drain; place in a bowl. Add 2 Tbsp. salad dressing; toss gently, cool.
2. Just before serving, add tomato, salad greens, onion and remaining 2 Tbsp. salad dressing; toss gently.
Nutrition:
Calories: 428; Total Fat: 14g; Saturated Fat: 4g; Cholesterol: 77mg; Total Carbs: 56g; Fiber: 5g; Protein: 20g; Sodium: 602mg;