Tortellini And Spinach Salad With Sesame Dressing

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A pasta salad and veggie salad dressed with a oriental dressing

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Steps

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Combine all the ingredients for the sesame dressing in a screw-top jar and shake vigorously.

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Set aside.

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Bring a large pot of water to a boil.

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Drop in the tortellini and cook until al dente , about 5 minutes.

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Do not overcook.

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Drain in a colander.

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Run cold water over the tortellini until they are cold , then drain again very well.

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Pour into a large serving bowl.

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Stir in the pepper , tomato , and onion , then pour on half of the sesame dressing and toss well.

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Let marinate at least 30 minutes , or up to 8 hours.

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Cover and chill if longer than 1 hour.

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Bring to room temperature before serving.

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Place the sesame seeds in a dry , small saucepan and toast them over medium heat until they begin to pop and smoke slightly , about 3 minutes.

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Pour into a little dish and let cool.

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Just before serving , stir the spinach into the tortellini mixture.

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Pour on the remaining dressing and toss well.

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Sprinkle on the sesame seeds and toss again.

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Ingredients

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canola oil, oriental sesame oil, lemon juice, tamari soy sauce, garlic cloves, salt, fresh ground pepper, frozen cheese tortellini, yellow bell pepper, tomatoes, red onion, sesame seeds, fresh spinach