Tangy Tortellini Salad

Stanley Park in Westfield, MA
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Pasta, any variety, always tastes delicious!  Layered between a meat sauce or with mozzarella/ricotta, parmesan or cottage cheeses, Pasta has always been a fave.  So, it not really surprising that in the warmer months Tangy Tortellini Salad finds its place as a side dish on our dinner table!  It has always made its presence on our large array of foods whenever we have a summer gathering.  It's one of those faves that after a very enjoyable afternoon chatting it up with family/friends just maybe a small portion may be located in my fridge after everyone has departed.  Yum! 

Tortellini Salad is a very easy salad to prep - which always makes it a picnic fave for me!  It starts with a 12 ounce bag (or 2, depending on the needed amount ) of tri-colored frozen Tortellini!

Tangy Tortellini Salad

Ingredients:
12 ounce bag (or 2) frozen Tri-colored Tortellini
Italian Salad Dressing - 8 oz.
Parsley, chopped
Chopped Onion
Garlic Powder
Black Olives, sliced - optional and delicious

Method:

1. Prepare Tortellini following directions on bag.
2. Drain, rinse with Cold water.
3. Place in bowl.
4. Add about 1/2 Cup Italian Salad Dressing.
5. Add desired amount of chopped Parsley, chopped onion + Garlic Powder.
6. Add about 1/2 Cup Black Olives, sliced, optional. 
7. Cover and refrigerate overnight or for 6 hours.
8. Add additional Italian Dressing, if desired.

Do you have a fave summer salad in addition to a veggie salad or a fruit salad?

We Enjoy!
Yummy!