Feta Cheese Pasta Primavera Salad


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This is always a popular salad at a gathering. Be sure to make plenty because it goes fast.

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Feta Cheese Pasta Primavera Salad

1 (9-ounce) package refrigerated cheese tortellini
1 cup hot water
2 cups broccoli flowerets
1 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered
1 cup thinly sliced carrots
1 cups crumbled feta cheese with peppercorns
1 cup prepared Italian salad dressing
1/4 cup sliced green onions

Prepare tortellini according to package directions; drain and place in a large bowl. Cover and refrigerate
1 hour.

In a large saucepan (with a steamer rack) over medium-high heat, place water and heat until boiling. Add broccoli flowerets, cover, and steam 2 to 3 minutes or until bright green but still undercooked. Remove from heat and cool.

Remove tortellini from refrigerator. In a large bowl, combine tortellini, broccoli, tomatoes, carrots, feta cheese, salad dressing, and green onions; stir gently until blended. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Makes 6 servings.