Makes 4 servings
Serving Size 1 cup + 2 Tbsp
• 8 ounces frozen cheese-filled tortellini noodles (about 2 cups)
• 1/2 cup refrigerated Marie’s Zesty Fat Free Italian Vinaigrette
• 1 small cucumber, diced (about 1 cup)
• 1 medium tomato, diced (about 1 cup)
• 1 green onion, sliced (about 2 Tbsp)
• Assorted salad greens, optional
1. Cook tortellini according to package directions. Drain in colander. In medium bowl, toss hot tortellini with vinaigrette; cool 10 minutes.
2. Add cucumber, tomato, and onion; toss gently to coat. Serve at room temperature or cover and refrigerate until serving time. Serve on salad greens. If desired, garnish with cherry or grape tomatoes and some black and green olives for more color.
This dish is also excellent with peas and carrots instead of the abovementioned vegetables. Or, it it excellent with one can of finely chopped black olives instead.
Calories 168 (30 calories from fat)
Fat 3g
Saturated Fat 1g
Cholesterol 20mg
Sodium 339mg
Carbohydrate 29g
Dietary Fiber 1g
Sugars 5g
Protein 6g
