tortellini and avocado salad

(1 RATING)
32 Pinches
Detroit, MI
Updated on Jan 25, 2013

This is a very easy, but somewhat heavy pasta dish. Depending on your taste, use more garlic and green onion for a stronger flavor. It's goes very well with grilled lamb or any type of lamb.

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method Blend
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Ingredients

  • 1 package cheese filled torellini, 9-10 oz cooked
  • 1/2 cup mayo
  • 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 2-3 - green onions, chopped
  • 1-2 clove garlic, finely diced
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 medium tomato, seeded and chopped
  • 1 large avocado, chopped

How To Make tortellini and avocado salad

  • Step 1
    Cook tortellini according to pkg directions, set aside.
  • Step 2
    In a large bowl add mayo, garlic, salt and pepper and mix. Add tortellini, cheese and onions and gently toss to coat tortellini. Cover and refrigerate for an hour.
  • Step 3
    Just before serving chop tomatoes and avocado, gently toss to coat and serve. Don't add the last two ingredients until just before you're ready to serve or they could brown and/or turn to mush.

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Category: Pasta Salads
Ingredient: Pasta
Method: Blend
Culture: American

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