Ingredients
- 2 pounds packaged tortellini
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus 1 1/4 cups
- 4 cups freshly diced tomato
- 4 tablespoons chopped tarragon leaves
- 4 tablespoons chiffonade basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons minced parsley leaves
- 2 minced shallots
- 6 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 1/2 pounds fresh mozzarella, sliced 1/4-inch thick into approximately 30 slices
- 4 cups fresh arugula
- Gray salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
Directions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Cook the tortellini according to the package instructions. When fully cooked, drain and toss with 2 tablespoons of the olive oil and allow to cool to room temperature.
Meanwhile, in a nonreactive mixing bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, herbs, shallots, lemon juice, and remaining 1 1/4 cups olive oil. Mix to combine and season with gray salt and pepper to combine. When the tortellini have cooled to room temperature toss with the vinaigrette.
To serve, line the perimeter of a large serving platter with overlapping slices of the mozzarella. Spoon the tortellini salad in the center and scatter the arugula leaves over the top.
Photo: Tortellini Salad with Fresh Herb and Tomato Vinaigrette Recipe















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By Pollie10
St. John's, FL
on March 05, 2013
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So good!!! I don't want to stop eating it...
By mimi -10955118
Pittsburgh, PA
on November 17, 2012
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This recipe was a huge hit with my family. I also cut down on the oil by 1/4 cup and used 3 Tblsp of lemon juice. Also added a can of small pitted black olives. Next time I think I will also add toasted pine nuts.
By aatess
on April 21, 2011
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I've made this several times since I first came across this recipe and it is ALWAYS a hit with guests. I'm always asked for the recipe and I've shared it often. EXCELLENT!
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