I brought this salad to a birthday party last week and it’s perfect for a big crowd. Add or subtract your favorite toppings because anything goes. It would be perfect for the B-ball game tonight!
Cheese Tortellini, cooked to package directions
Pesto
Jarred Red Peppers, thinly sliced
Pepperchinis, sliced
Olives ( your favorite Mediterranean ones)
Artichoke quarters, in oil and drained
Grape Tomatoes, halved
Mozzarella, cut into chunks
Provolone, cut into long strips
Salami, quartered
Pepperoni, cut into chunks
Mix of Arugula and Romaine
Favorite vinaigrette and balsamic for dressing.
After you drain the tortellini, toss it with a big helping of pesto. Cut up each ingredient and sprinkle with S&P as you go. The key to variety in this salad is to have a lot of different shapes and sizes of your cheeses, meats, and veggies so don’t keep them completely uniform. Serve with your favorite protein and dinner is served.
“I believe every person should be able to make the simple foods that nourish them, that feel familiar and comforting, that tell the story of who they are. Each one of us should be able to nourish ourselves in the most basic way and to create meals and traditions around the table that tell the story of who we are to the people we care about. And the only place to get there is to start where you are.”
Shauna Niequist
