Greek-Style Spinach And Tortellini Salad - cooking recipe

Ingredients
    1 (20 ounce) package fresh cheese tortellini
    1/2 cup olive oil
    1 teaspoon minced fresh garlic (no more than 1 teaspoon, or use garlic powder)
    1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
    1/4 cup red wine vinegar
    2 tablespoons finely chopped parsley
    1 teaspoon dried oregano
    1 -2 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese (optional or to taste)
    salt and black pepper
    1 lb fresh baby spinach leaves (washed and well dried)
    1 cup crumbled feta cheese (or to taste)
    1 small red onion, thinly sliced
    5 -6 hard-boiled eggs (peeled and sliced or quartered)
Preparation
    Cook the fresh tortellini in boiling salted water until just tender (about 3-4 minutes) drain and place in a large glass bowl.
    In another bowl combine the olive oil with lemon juice, red wine vinegar, parsley, oregano and Parmesan cheese (if using) season with salt and black pepper to taste; pour over the cooked tortellini, toss to coat, cover and chill for 4-24 hours.
    Before serving add in the fresh spinach, feta cheese and red onion slices; toss gently to coat.
    Mound the salad on a plate and arrange the sliced or quartered egg around the salad.
    Delicious!

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