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Tortellini Salad with Asparagus

Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Keyword Tortellini Salad with Asparagus
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Refrigerate 30 minutes
Servings 10
Calories 366kcal

Ingredients

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Instructions

  • Chop 1/2 cup fresh basil and 1 clove garlic. Cut tough ends off 1 pound of asparagus and thinly slice on the bias. Halve 1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes.
  • Whisk the olive oil, basil, 3 tablespoons lemon juice, shallot, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper together in a bowl large enough to hold the pasta salad.
  • Cook the asparagus in 4 quarts boiling water seasoned with 1 tablespoon salt until tender, about 3 minutes. Transfer the asparagus to a colander using a slotted spoon (do not discard the boiling water) and run under cold water until cool. Shake out any excess water and toss with the vinaigrette.
  • Return the water to a boil, add 2 (9 ounce) packages of tortellini, and cook until tender, following the package instructions. Drain the tortellini thoroughly, then toss while hot with the asparagus and dressing. Refrigerate until chilled, about 30 minutes.
  • Toast the pine nuts in a small skillet over medium heat until golden and fragrant, about 5 minutes. Just before serving, stir the toasted pine nuts, tomatoes, and Parmesan into the salad and season with salt and pepper.
  • Serve with apple slices and any remaining tomatoes.

Nutrition

Calories: 366kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 2mg | Sodium: 876mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 7g