tortellini vinaigrette salad

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35 Pinches
Denison, TX
Updated on Sep 9, 2010

A tasty salad that we enjoy at picnics and BBQs. This was the result after experimenting with some of our favorite ingredients. It can be prepared a day ahead.

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Ingredients

  • ITALIAN VINAIGRETTE
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon dijon mustard
  • 3 ounces olive oil, extra virgin
  • - salt & pepper, to taste
  • TORTELLINI SALAD
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/3 cup sundried tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 pound tortellini, cheese stuffed
  • 1 ounce prosciutto
  • 1 - garlic cloves, minced
  • 6 ounces artichoke hearts, marinated and drained

How To Make tortellini vinaigrette salad

  • Step 1
    Combine the vinegar, garlic, mustard, and oregano in a small bowl. Add the olive oil in a slow, steady stream while whisking constantly until all the oil is incorporated. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Refrigerate until ready to use.
  • Step 2
    Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to boil on the stove top.
  • Step 3
    In a small bowl, pour enough of the boiling water over the sun-dried tomatoes to cover. Let stand for 30 minutes to rehydrate, then drain.
  • Step 4
    Coarsely chop the rehydrated tomatoes.
  • Step 5
    Meanwhile, cook the tortellini in the remaining boiling water until about 12 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking.
  • Step 6
    Trim fat off prosciutto and cut into squares.
  • Step 7
    Combine tomatoes, tortellini, prosciutto, garlic and drained artichoke hearts. Add vinaigrette and mix well.
  • Step 8
    Let stand 1 hour.
  • Step 9
    Cover and refrigerate. Note: This can be served room temperature or chilled. We have even eaten it warmed for dinner.

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