Tortellini Salad Recipe

Name: Tortellini Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 (9 ounce) packages Contadina 3 cheese tortellini, cook according to directions, cool; 1 (12 ounce) bag broccoli carrots and water chestnut mix, cook according to directions, cool; 1 (12 ounce) box frozen asparagus, tips, cook according to directions, drain, cool; 1 cup frozen green pea, no need to cook; 2 -4 tablespoons green onions, chopped; ½ cup fresh basil, chopped; 12-34 lb deli sliced honey-roasted ham, cut into 3/4 inch squares; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 1 egg yolk; 1 tablespoon dijon-style mustard; 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar; ¾ cup vegetable oil; ½ cup olive oil; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; salt and pepper

Servings: persons

3 (9 ounce) packages Contadina 3 cheese tortellini, cook according to directions, cool
1 (12 ounce) bag broccoli carrots and water chestnut mix, cook according to directions, cool
1 (12 ounce) box frozen asparagus, tips, cook according to directions, drain, cool
1 cup frozen green pea, no need to cook
2 -4 tablespoons green onions, chopped
½ cup fresh basil, chopped
12-34 lb deli sliced honey-roasted ham, cut into 3/4 inch squares
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 egg yolk
1 tablespoon dijon-style mustard
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
¾ cup vegetable oil
½ cup olive oil
1 teaspoon dried thyme
salt and pepper

1
Cook the cheese tortellini, broccoli/carrot/water chestnut mix, and asparagus tips according to the package directions, drain, and cool; set aside.
2
Chop the FRESH basil; set aside.
3
Cut the honey ham into 3/4 inch squares; set aside.
4
Prepare the fresh mayonnaise by processing the egg yolk, lemon juice, mustard, and vinegar in either a food processor or blender for 30 seconds.
5
With the machine running, slowly pour the combined oils in a thin steady stream through the top to make a light mayonnaise.
6
Add the thyme, salt, and pepper.
7
Process to finish the light mayonnaise.
8
In a large bowl, combine the cheese tortellini, broccoli/carrots/water chestnuts, asparagus tips, frozen green peas, green onion, basil, and honey ham.
9
Toss until well distributed.
10
Pour the light mayonnaise over the tortellini mixture and mix till evenly coated.
11
Serving size depends on whether this is served as a meal or as a side dish.

1959

kcal

Calories

103

Fat

256

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 (9 ounce) packages Contadina 3 cheese tortellini, cook according to directions, cool, 1 (12 ounce) bag broccoli carrots and water chestnut mix, cook according to directions, cool, 1 (12 ounce) box frozen asparagus, tips, cook according to directions, drain, cool, 1 cup frozen green pea, no need to cook, and more.

Yes, Tortellini Salad 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.

Tortellini Salad

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