Contributed By: Hilary
Hilary
Here's an easy recipe that's great for dinner one day and for taking as a lunch the next.
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Total Preparation Time: 15 to 30 minutes
Ingredients: Rice, Pasta & Bread
Actual Cooking Time: 15 to 30 minutes
Number of Servings: 2
Origin: Italian
Special Features: Quick to Prepare (under 30 minutes)
Nutrition Content: Good Source of Calcium
High Fiber
Meal Type: Salads & Dressings
Ingredients
1 pkg (9 oz) refrigerated mushroom tortellini
1 jar (6 oz) marinated artichoke hearts with liquid
1/2 cup Drained oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, cut into slivers
4 oz Smoked turkey, cut into slivers
1/2 cup Sliced pitted ripe olives
Grated Parmesan cheese
Preparation
Cook the tortellini according to the package directions and drain thoroughly. In a large bowl, gently toss together the hot tortellini, artichokes (with their liquid), tomatoes, turkey and olives. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
Cook's Notes
Using marinated artichokes and their liquid for the dressing keeps this recipe extra easy. If the salad stands and needs more dressing, add a little olive oil and red wine vinegar. You can use other flavors of tortellini if that is what you have on hand.
Nutrition Information
Calories: 581
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Total Fat: 26 g
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Saturated Fat: 46.5 g
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Polyunsaturated Fat: 2 g
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Carbohydrates: 78 g
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Protein: 40 g
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Vitamin A: 703 IU
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Vitamin C: 47 mg
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Calcium: 318 mg
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Sodium: 2065 mg
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Iron: 5.8 mg
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Fiber: 10 g