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Chilled Italian Shrimp and Tortellini Salad
This delicious, light shrimp and tortellini salad can be served as a side or main dish, perfect for summer potlucks or pool parties, or anytime you need a pasta salad that isn't weighed down with heavy mayo.
Ingredients
For the dressing:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small clove garlic (minced)
- 1/2 tbsp red wine vinegar
- Juice of 1 fresh lemon
- 3/4 tsp kosher salt
- fresh black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook tortellini according to package directions. Using a large mesh spoon, transfer the pasta to a colander and rinse under cold water.
- Return water to a boil and add the shrimp, poach for 2 to 3 minutes, until they are just pink, rinse under cold water to stop them from cooking, drain and cut into large pieces.
- In a small bowl whisk together the dressing ingredients.
- In a large bowl, mix the onion, celery, capers and olives and pour the dressing over; mix well.
- Add the shrimp, tortellini and remaining ingredients. Adjust salt and pepper to taste and chill before serving.
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Nutrition
Serving: 13/4 cups, Calories: 366kcal, Carbohydrates: 29g, Protein: 37g, Fat: 3g, Saturated Fat: 3g, Cholesterol: 251mg, Sodium: 1048mg, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 2g
- WW Points: 7