Farmers’ Market Pasta Salad
1 package refrigerated cheese tortellini
2 C. trimmed sugar snap peas
2 T. refrigerated pesto
1 C. cherry tomatoes, halved
1/4 tsp. ground black pepper
Fresh basil (optional)
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Place the tortellini into a large pot of boiling water. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the sugar snap peas and cook for 3 minutes, or until tender but still crisp. Drain the pasta and peas, and rinse with cold water. Place into a large bowl and toss with the pesto. Gently fold in the tomatoes and pepper. Garnish with basil, if using.
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Yield: 4 servings
Calories: 280
Fat: 8g
Fiber: 4g