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Summer Tortellini Pasta Salad

tortellini pasta salad with tomatoes, and basil and pesto

Serves: 10
Prep Time: 20 min
Cook Time: 5 min

Ingredients

2 (10 ounce) packages cheese tortellini, prepared according to package instructions
2 cups shredded chicken
1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
8 ounces fresh mozzarella pearls
1 cup roasted red bell peppers, chopped into ½ -inch pieces
1 cup basil pesto
1 ½ tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Fresh basil, thinly sliced for garnish

Ingredients

2 (10 ounce) packages cheese tortellini, prepared according to package instructions
2 cups shredded chicken
1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
8 ounces fresh mozzarella pearls
1 cup roasted red bell peppers, chopped into ½ -inch pieces
1 cup basil pesto
1 ½ tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Fresh basil, thinly sliced for garnish

Method

In a large bowl, combine the tortellini, shredded chicken, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, roasted peppers, pesto and olive oil. Cover and refrigerate. Can be prepared up to one day ahead.
When ready to serve, top with fresh basil.