PESTO TORTELLINI CHICKEN SALAD

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If you love pesto, you'll love it even more mixed with fresh veggies and chicken in this good-for-you summer salad. -Edie DeSpain. Logan, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 package (9 ounces) refrigerated cheese tortellini
1 cup frozen peas
5 cups torn romaine
1-1/2 cups shredded carrots
2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast
1/2 cup julienned sweet red pepper
1/2 cup fat-free mayonnaise
1 jar (3 ounces) prepared pesto
1/4 cup buttermilk
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Cook tortellini according to package directions, adding peas during the last 4-5 minutes of cooking. Drain and rinse in cold water., In a large glass bowl, layer romaine, carrots, chicken, tortellini and peas, and red pepper. In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, pesto and buttermilk. Spread over top. Sprinkle with parsley. Refrigerate until chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 337 calories, Fat 13g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 62mg cholesterol, Sodium 525mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Riffat Hakim
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I made this recipe with gluten-free tortellini and it was just as good.


Udida Elias
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it.


Chibuzor Amara
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I'm not a big fan of pesto, but I loved this salad.


Mohamed Abadir
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This salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner.


Nadeje Nadeje
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I love that this recipe is healthy and delicious.


malik swati
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Jackson Sanderson
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Jesse Coleman
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This recipe is easy to make and the results are delicious.


Forrest Tman
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I love the combination of flavors in this salad.


Kandi Howell
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This salad is perfect for a summer picnic.


MIKE GOD
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a great way to use up leftover chicken.


Abu Sufyan
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again and again.


carolyn baker
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I made this recipe for my family and they all raved about it. The pesto was especially delicious.


Asim RAJ
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This salad was a hit at my party! Everyone loved the combination of flavors.


Nazmul Rr
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I've never made tortellini salad before, but this recipe made it easy. The salad was delicious and I'll definitely be making it again.


Lebogang Rorisang
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were great! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the pesto was flavorful.


Tshilidzi Veronika
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I made this recipe last night and it was delicious! The flavors were amazing and the tortellini was cooked perfectly.


Dan Makindu
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This is a great recipe! I've made it several times and it's always a hit. The tortellini and chicken are a great combination, and the pesto adds a delicious flavor.