Bruschetta Pasta Salad




INGREDIENTS
· 2 cups bowtie pasta 

· 1-2 cups fresh cheese tortellini 

· 2 cups chopped tomatoes 

· 1/4-1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese 

· 2-3 TBSP balsamic glaze

· optional fresh greens: spinach and arugula 

· fresh chopped basil, to taste 

· extra olive oil for drizzling, to taste 

Easy Italian Dressing 

· 1/4 cup quality olive oil 

· 3-4 TBSP white wine vinegar

· 1 TBSP Mrs. Dash Italian Seasoning (salt-free) 

· 1/4 tsp garlic powder 

· 1/4 tsp sea salt 

· 1/4 tsp black pepper


Instructions
· First, make the dressing. Combine all dressing ingredients and whisk (or pop it in a mason jar and shake) until well combined. Ingredients will separate naturally, simply whisk/shake again before pouring and you're good to go! 

· Bring a medium-large pot to boil over high heat and cook dried pasta per package instructions. With 3-4 minutes of cook time remaining, add tortellini. When both pastas are tender and cooked through, remove from heat and drain. Rinse with cold water to halt cooking and set side. 

· Chop tomatoes and basil and add to pasta. Pour over dressing and mix well. 

· Top with freshly grated parmesan and a drizzle or two of sweet balsamic glaze. Add any desired extras and dive in! This salad can be enjoyed at room temperature or chilled – it's up to you!

RECIPE NOTES
· Cook time will vary based on pasta used. I used approx. 10-12 oz pasta and a mix of dried bowtie and fresh tortellini. If using only tortellini, the pasta should be done in 3-4 minutes. Bowtie pasta take about 10-12 minutes to cook while smaller dried pasta will take 8-9 minutes. 

· Nutrition Facts below are estimated using an online recipe nutrition calculator and will vary based on type of pasta used and amount of parmesan added. Adjust as needed and enjoy! 

· Love mozzarella? Add some to the salad! It’s a lovely addition.


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