Chicken-and-Tortellini Salad

Health score
5%
Chicken-and-Tortellini Salad
30 min.
20
131kcal

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Welcome to a delightful culinary adventure with our refreshing Chicken-and-Tortellini Salad! Perfectly balanced and bursting with flavor, this dish is an impeccable side that can elevate any gathering. Whether you’re hosting a summer barbecue, a festive holiday party, or simply looking for a light, satisfying snack, this salad offers a wonderful blend of textures and tastes that are sure to please even the pickiest of eaters.

The star of the dish is the cheese-filled tortellini, providing a tender bite that pairs beautifully with the juicy chicken and vibrant fresh ingredients. Tantalizing garlic, zesty lemon juice, and aromatic parsley come together to create a zesty dressing that ties every element into a harmonious celebration of flavors. And don’t forget the fresh green onions and sweet peas, which add a delightful crunch and burst of sweetness to each bite.

Not only is this Chicken-and-Tortellini Salad quick and easy to whip up in just 30 minutes, but it also caters to a crowd, making it ideal for gatherings of up to 20 people. With each serving clocking in at just 131 calories, you can enjoy this delicious dish without the guilt. Pair it with a crisp white wine like La Torrazza Erbaluce di Caluso or an unoaked Chardonnay to elevate your dining experience, and watch as your guests rave about this perfect blend of taste and health!

Ingredients

  • 18 oz cheese tortellini refrigerated
  • cups roasted chicken cooked chopped
  • 0.5 cup parsley fresh chopped
  •  garlic clove 
  • 0.5 cup spring onion thinly sliced
  • 0.3 cup juice of lemon fresh
  • 0.5 cup olive oil 
  • 0.5 cup parmesan cheese grated
  • cup peas sweet frozen thawed
  • 20 servings salt and pepper to taste
  • teaspoon worcestershire sauce 

Equipment

  • blender

Directions

  1. Prepare tortellini according to package directions.
  2. Process olive oil and next 4 ingredients in a blender until smooth. Toss olive oil mixture with tortellini, chicken, and next 3 ingredients.
  3. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Pair with: La Torrazza Erbaluce di Caluso, Italy, or Chablis, or an unoaked Chardonnay.

Nutrition Facts

Calories131kcal
Protein26.26%
Fat33.85%
Carbs39.89%

Properties

Glycemic Index
9.42
Glycemic Load
5.41
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
4.6521739318319%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.15mg
Hesperetin
0.44mg
Naringenin
0.04mg
Apigenin
3.24mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Kaempferol
0.06mg
Myricetin
0.23mg
Quercetin
0.29mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:131.36kcal
6.57%
Fat:4.93g
7.59%
Saturated Fat:1.51g
9.46%
Carbohydrates:13.07g
4.36%
Net Carbohydrates:11.56g
4.2%
Sugar:1.31g
1.45%
Cholesterol:22.37mg
7.46%
Sodium:364.38mg
15.84%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:8.61g
17.21%
Vitamin K:32.27µg
30.74%
Vitamin C:6.68mg
8.09%
Calcium:66.74mg
6.67%
Vitamin B3:1.3mg
6.48%
Selenium:4.51µg
6.45%
Iron:1.1mg
6.11%
Fiber:1.51g
6.05%
Phosphorus:53.24mg
5.32%
Vitamin A:234.56IU
4.69%
Vitamin B6:0.08mg
3.98%
Zinc:0.44mg
2.95%
Vitamin B2:0.04mg
2.55%
Folate:10.09µg
2.52%
Manganese:0.05mg
2.33%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
2.19%
Potassium:76.36mg
2.18%
Magnesium:7.76mg
1.94%
Vitamin B5:0.17mg
1.65%
Copper:0.03mg
1.41%
Vitamin E:0.21mg
1.38%
Vitamin B12:0.07µg
1.24%
Source:My Recipes