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Bean, Tortellini, & Pesto Salad

Bean, Tortellini, & Pesto Salad

Prep time:
4 min.
Cook time:
7 min.
Total time:
11 min.
Yield:
6 Servings
Ingredients (Paragraphs)
2 (15 oz.) jars 3 Bean Salad
0.25 cup prepared basil pesto
0.5 tsp. salt
1 (9 oz.) package refrigerated tortellini, any variety
Directions

Drain bean salad, reserving 1/2 cup liquid. Combine reserved liquid, pesto and salt, if desired; set aside. Cook tortellini according to package directions; drain, rinse in cold water and drain again. Add pesto dressing; toss to coat. Add stir-ins if desired. Toss with bean salad. Serve at room temperature or chilled.

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