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Artichoke & Cheese Tortellini Jar

Artichoke & Cheese Tortellini Jar

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Tortellini, artichokes, cherry tomatoes, red onion and goat cheese layered over Italian dressing in jars. Make five at once for easy cold lunches through the week.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
CourseSalad
CuisineAmerican
Servings5 jars
Calories343

Ingredients
  

Salad
  • 10 tbsp Italian dressing
  • 1 quart cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 red onion chopped
  • 2 cans quartered artichoke hearts chopped
  • 4 oz dried cheese tortellini
  • 5 oz goat cheese
  • 5 cups spinach/arugula mix

Equipment

  • 32-oz jars
  • stockpot
  • cutting board
  • chef’s knife

Directions
 

  1. Prepare: Cook the tortellini as the package directs, then drain and cool it. Drain the artichokes and get the dressing ready.
  2. Assemble: Add the dressing, tomatoes, red onion, artichokes, cold tortellini, goat cheese, and spinach-arugula mix. Close the jar and chill.
  3. Store: Refrigerate right away; for meal prep, eat within 3 days.
  4. Serve: Stand the jar upright until you are ready to eat. Empty it into a bowl, toss with the dressing, and serve cold.

Notes

Keep refrigerated at 40°F (4°C) or below.

Nutrition

Serving: 422g | Calories: 343kcal | Carbohydrates: 42g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 23mg | Sodium: 653mg | Potassium: 1007mg | Fiber: 12g | Sugar: 9.7g | Vitamin A: 4170IU | Vitamin C: 39mg | Calcium: 160mg | Iron: 3.1mg

Nutrition is an estimate per serving from USDA FoodData Central, for 5 jars; goat cheese counted as soft goat cheese. Brands and portions vary, so use it only as an approximation.