Dressing
In a blender, combine all ingredients for dressing except oils. Process on medium-high speed until smooth, scraping sides, as necessary. Reduce speed to medium-low, add with blender running, add oils in steady stream. Process until smooth. Set aside.
Salad
Cook tortellini according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water. Shake dry and place in mixing bowl. Toss with oil. Mix in parsley, celery and raisins. Add peaches to salad and toss with dressing. Salt and pepper to taste.
Cover with plastic wrap laid lightly against the salad to prevent browning, and chill. Let stand at room temperature; divide and serve.
Ingredients
Dressing
- 5 Tablespoons white wine vinegar
- 2 Tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 Tablespoon chopped fresh basil leaves
- 1 Teaspoon minced fresh thyme leaves
- 11/2 Teaspoons minced garlic
- 3/4 Teaspoon kosher or sea salt
- 1/2 Teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 Cup canola oil
- 1/4 Cup extra virgin olive oil
Procedure
Salad
- 2 Packages (20 ounces each) fresh or frozen cheese tortellini
- 1 Teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1/3 Cup chopped fresh Italian parsley
- 1 Cup sliced celery, cut from tender inner stalks
- 1 Cup California golden raisins
- 2 Cups peeled, chopped fresh peaches
Nutrition Facts Per Serving
Calories 900 (Calories from Fat 33%); Total Fat 33 ( Saturated Fat 10; Trans Fat 0; ); Cholesterol 70; Sodium 850; Potassium 704; Total Carbohydrate 119; Dietary Fiber 6; Sugars 33; Protein 30; Calcium 496; Iron 4;Try Another Recipe
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Raisins are fat and cholesterol free.