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Tortellini Bacon and Broccoli Salad

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Tortellini Broccoli Salad

What’s for lunch?  I don’t know until I check the fridge and pantry.

You will notice this is an ongoing theme.  I almost called this blog From Pantry to Plate but that was taken.  I would like to say I am organized and plan all my meals a week or month in advance.  But sadly no.  I’m much more spontaneous.  I like that word.  That sounds good.  I like to see what I can create from what we have on hand.  It is a challenge…..kind of like that show Chopped on the Food Network but without the competition and judges.  Well, in reality, you are the judges.

Today I had tortellini and bacon in the fridge.  That sounds like I can make a lunch from that. Toss in a few vegetables such as broccoli, carrots, tomatoes, and onions and cover it all in a creamy, tangy, sweet dressing and voila…..Lunch!  That is about all it takes as well.  Simple, easy, and delicious!  Now it’s your turn.  Enjoy!

Tortellini Bacon and Broccoli Salad
 
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Recipe type: Salad, Pasta
Cuisine: Italian
Serves: 20m
Ingredients
  • 1 (9-ounce) package whole wheat cheese tortellini
  • ½ cup light mayonnaise
  • 2 teaspoons horseradish
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons white sugar
  • 2 cups chopped fresh cooked broccoli
  • ½ cup shredded carrots
  • ½ red onion, chopped
  • 1 cup grape tomatoes, sliced in half
  • 4 slices cooked center-cut bacon, crumbled
Instructions
  1. Prepare the tortellini according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, horseradish, vinegar, and sugar. Add in tortellini, broccoli, carrots, onion, tomatoes and bacon. Stir until all ingredients are evenly distributed and coated with dressing.
  3. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

 

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  1. Oh my, that looks yummy…and I don’t even like mayonnaise!

    PS – don’t feel bad about being spontaneous with your dishes. I’m the same way. No matter how hard I try to plan, I always end up making stuff that is NOT on the list. 🙂

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    • Hi Linda,

      Thanks for stopping by. I don’t feel bad. I am who I am. Often I have come up with some of my best dishes when preparing last minute meals.

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    • Hi Christine,

      I always use the light mayonnaise and light cream cheese, etc. That is what I have in the fridge. Thanks for stopping by and for the recipe love.

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