Fresh basil tortellini salad

==Description==
This is a great Pasta salad with Cheese tortellini and sweet basil. Plan ahead, because it should chill for a couple hours to allow flavors to blend.
===Ingredients===
* 1 	 lb uncooked dry cheese-filled egg tortellini
* 1/3 	cup olive oil or vegetable oil
* 1/4 	cup balsamic vinegar
* 2 	tablespoons chopped fresh basil (or 2 tsp dried basil)
* 1 	tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
* 1/8 	teaspoon pepper
* 1 	green onion, chopped
* 1 	medium carrot, peeled and sliced on the diagonal
===Directions===
* Cook tortellini as directed on package.
* Drain and rinse with cold water.
* Mix remaining ingredients in a medium bowl.
* Add tortellini and toss until well combined.
* Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours.
* Toss again before serving with additional Parmesan cheese.
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==See also==
Category: Italian Salads
Category:Salads Category:Recipes
Category:Italian Recipes
Category:basil Recipes
category:balsamic vinegar Recipes
category:Parmesan cheese Recipes
category:vegetable oil Recipes
category:sweet basil Recipes
category:shallot Recipes
category:tortellini Recipes
category:olive oil Recipes
category:Cheese Recipes
category:pepper Recipes
category:carrot Recipes
category:Pasta Recipes
category:water Recipes
category:egg Recipes