Tortellini Caesar Salad
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4.3
Tortellini Caesar Salad
Description
Tortellini Caesar Salad incorporates cheese tortellini cooked and cooled, tossed with chopped romaine lettuce, homemade croutons, shaved Parmesan cheese, and a classic Caesar dressing. The dressing can be prepared ahead and kept refrigerated for up to a week, making this salad convenient to assemble.
The warm tortellini adds a chewy, soft element that contrasts with the crisp romaine and crunchy croutons. Freshly shaved Parmesan complements the creamy dressing, enhancing umami and adding a slightly nutty note. Salt and freshly ground pepper season the salad to taste.
Serve this salad as a filling lunch or alongside grilled meats at dinner. The blend of textures and flavors makes it a satisfying dish that combines elements of a pasta dish and a Caesar salad.
Ingredients
For the salad:
- caesar dressing
- 9 oz cheese tortellini
- 5 cups romaine lettuce chopped
- 3 cups croutons homemade
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese shaved
- salt to taste, Kosher salt and freshly ground
- black pepper to taste, Kosher salt and freshly ground
Instructions
- First, make the Caesar Dressing. It can be made in advance. Keep in the fridge for up to 1 week.
- Cook the tortellini according to the package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water. Place in a large bowl. Add the chopped Romaine lettuce, croutons, and shaved Parmesan cheese. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss until the salad is well coated. Season with salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 248 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 248kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 24g | 8% |
| Protein | 12g | 24% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 20mg | 7% |
| Sodium | 399mg | 17% |
| Potassium | 110mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 2640IU | 53% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 202mg | 20% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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4.3
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