Tortellini and Spinach Salad With Sesame Dressing

Name: Tortellini and Spinach Salad With Sesame Dressing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ⅓ cup canola oil; 2 tablespoons oriental sesame oil; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 1 teaspoon tamari soy sauce; 2 garlic cloves, minced; ½ teaspoon salt; fresh ground pepper; 1 lb frozen cheese tortellini; 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into thin strips; 1 tomatoes, cut into small cubes; ⅓ cup red onion, slivered; 2 teaspoons sesame seeds; 4 cups fresh spinach, torn into small pieces, washed and spun dry

Servings: persons

⅓ cup canola oil
2 tablespoons oriental sesame oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon tamari soy sauce
2 garlic cloves, minced
½ teaspoon salt
fresh ground pepper
1 lb frozen cheese tortellini
1 yellow bell pepper, cut into thin strips
1 tomatoes, cut into small cubes
⅓ cup red onion, slivered
2 teaspoons sesame seeds
4 cups fresh spinach, torn into small pieces, washed and spun dry

1
Combine all the ingredients for the sesame dressing in a screw-top jar and shake vigorously.
2
Set aside.
3
Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
4
Drop in the tortellini and cook until al dente, about 5 minutes.
5
Do not overcook.
6
Drain in a colander.
7
Run cold water over the tortellini until they are cold, then drain again very well.
8
Pour into a large serving bowl.
9
Stir in the pepper, tomato, and onion, then pour on half of the sesame dressing and toss well.
10
Let marinate at least 30 minutes, or up to 8 hours.
11
Cover and chill if longer than 1 hour.
12
Bring to room temperature before serving.
13
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.
14
Pour into a little dish and let cool.
15
Just before serving, stir the spinach into the tortellini mixture.
16
Pour on the remaining dressing and toss well.
17
Sprinkle on the sesame seeds and toss again.

818

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ⅓ cup canola oil, 2 tablespoons oriental sesame oil, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 teaspoon tamari soy sauce, and more.

Yes, Tortellini and Spinach Salad With Sesame Dressing falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!