Ingredients

  • 2 packages (10 Oz. Size) Spinach Tortellini
  • 3 cups Zucchini, Diced Into Bite Size Pieces
  • 2 cups Green Beans, Cut Into Bite Size Pieces
  • 1 Tablespoon Garlic Infused Olive Oil
  • 2 cups Cherry Tomatoes, Cut In Half
  • 1/4 cups Red Onion, Sliced Thin
  • 1/2 teaspoons Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoons Ground Pepper
  • 10 leaves Basil, Sliced Thin
  • 1-1/2 Tablespoon Oregano, Sliced Thin
  • FOR THE DRESSING:
  • 1/4 cubes Balsamic Vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic, Minced
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
  • 2 Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1/4 cups Parmesan Cheese

Method

  • Cook tortellini according to package directions. Four minutes before the pasta is done, add zucchini and green beans. Cook until pasta is tender. Pour into a bowl, and add garlic-infused olive oil. Let the pasta cool.
  • Add cherry tomatoes, onion, salt, pepper, basil leaves and oregano to pasta and mix well.
  • To make the dressing, in a bowl add balsamic vinegar, garlic, mustard and olive oil and whisk until combined. Pour over pasta salad; mix well. Top salad with Parmesan cheese.
  • Refrigerate until ready to serve.