Friday, December 12, 2008

Summer Tortellini Salad from Pampered Chef

1 package (9 ounces) uncooked refrigerated cheese-filled tortellini

1 medium zucchini, thinly sliced

1 large carrot, peeled and chopped

1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved

4 green onions with tops, thinly sliced

1/4 cup snipped fresh parsley

1/2 cup fat-free ranch dressing

2 tablespoons grated fresh Parmesan cheese

Cook tortellini according to package directions in Professional (8-qt.) Stockpot; drain and rinse under cold running water using large Colander. Place tortellini in large Colander Bowl and set aside. Meanwhile, slice zucchini using Ultimate Slice & Grate fitted with v-shaped blade. Chop carrot using Food Chopper. Cut cherry tomatoes in half and slice green onions. Snip parsley using Kitchen Shears. Add vegetables to tortellini. Pour salad dressing over salad. Grate Parmesan cheese over salad using Deluxe Cheese Grater; mix gently. Cover; refrigerate at least 2 hours before serving. Yield: 6 servings

Nutrients per serving: (1 cup): Calories 180, Total Fat 3 g, Saturated Fat 1.5 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Carbohydrate 31 g, Protein 7 g, Sodium 490 mg, Fiber 3 g