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Layered Tortellini Pesto Chicken Salad

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Ingredients

  • 1 package (9oz) refrigerated cheese filled tortellini
  • 1 cup green giant frozen sweet peas
  • 5 cups torn romaine lettuce
  • 1 1/2 cups julienne carrots (matchsticks)
  • 2 cups chopped or strips grilled chicken
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, cut into strips
  • 1/2 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise or salad dressing
  • 1/2 cup basil pesto
  • 1/4 cup buttermilk
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or basil leaves

Details

Servings 8

Preparation

Step 1

Cook tortellini, adding peas during last 4 minutes of cook time. Drain; rinse immediately with cold water. Pat with paper towels to remove moisture.

In 3-4 quart clear bowl, layer the lettuce, the carrots, chicken, peas, the tortellini, and bell pepper.

In small bowl, mix mayonnaise, pesto and buttermilk. Spread over peppers; sprinkle with parsley. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours until chilled or overnight. Stir just before serving.

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