Tortellini Caprese Mason Jar Salad
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Servings: 4 salad jars
Calories: 571kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
Salad
- 10 oz cheese tortellini , refrigerated brand
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes , halved
- ½ red onion , diced
- 1 orange bell pepper , diced
- ½ English cucumber , chopped
- 5-6 cups mixed greens lettuce
- 1/2 cup feta cheese crumbles , or parmesan or mini mozzarella balls
- salt and pepper to taste
Vinaigrette
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 4 Tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic , minced
- 2 teaspoon dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 Tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons honey
Add-In Ideas:
- garbanzo beans , white or black beans
- corn
- fresh basil leaves
- artichoke hearts
Instructions
- Cook tortellini according to package instructions. Drain, rinse under cold water and set aside.
- Make Dressing: Add all dressing ingredients to a bowl then whisk well to combine. Taste and adjust seasonings, as desired.
- Assemble: Divide dressing among the mason jars. Add onion, cherry tomatoes, tortellini, cucumber, orange bell pepper, onion and cheese. Top with lettuce-- tightly pack the jar. Add a pinch of salt and pepper and then apply mason jar lid. Refrigerate for up to 5 days.
- Serve: Invert mason jar salad into a bowl, and enjoy!
Nutrition
Calories: 571kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 38g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 21g | Cholesterol: 44mg | Sodium: 857mg | Potassium: 487mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 6543IU | Vitamin C: 62mg | Calcium: 246mg | Iron: 4mg
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