Tortellini Salad

Ingredients

Dressing

• 1/2 cup finely chopped parsley
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar

Salad

• 1 lb cheese-filled egg tortellini
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1/2 lb prosciutto or ham, sliced 1/4 inch and cubed
• 1/2 lb smoked turkey, sliced 1/4 inch and cubed
• 1/2 lb provolone cheese, cubed
• 1 cup peas
• 2 carrots, grated
• 1/2 large red bell pepper, thinly sliced

Directions

1. 1

   Whisk dressing ingredients together shortly before serving.

2. 2

   Cook tortellini according to package directions, about 8 to 10 minutes.

3. 3

   Place in a large bowl and toss with olive oil.

4. 4

   Add prosciutto, turkey, provolone cheese, peas, carrots and bell pepper and toss.

5. 5

   Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

6. 6

   Pour dressing over salad and toss.