Herbaceous Tortellini Pasta Salad

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Herbaceous Tortellini Pasta Salad
Servings: 6
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins

Ingredients:
1 Bunch Asparagus
1/2 cup Olivelle Garlic & Herb Infused Olive Oil, divided
1-1/2 cups Basil Leaves
1/4 cup Almonds
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons Olivelle Roasted Garlic White Barrel Aged Balsamic, divided
1-1/2 teaspoons Olivelle Roasted Garlic Infused Sea Salt
2 teaspoons Olivelle Herb & Garlic Dipper & Seasoning
4 cups Frozen Tortellini
1/2 cup Cherry Tomatoes, halved
8 oz Mozzarella Balls

Directions:

1. Preheat the oven to 400 F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. Cut asparagus into 1 inch pieces and drizzle with 2 Tbsp olive oil and 1/2 tsp salt. Place in the oven and roast for 8-10 minutes or until asparagus is bright green and tender.

3. In a food processor combine basil, almonds, 2 Tbsp balsamic vinegar,1/4 cup olive oil, 1 tsp sea salt, and dipper.

4. Bring a large pot of water to a boil, cook tortellini to package directions. Drain and add to a large bowl toss with 2 Tbsp olive oil and ¼ cup balsamic vinegar.

5. Toss the pasta with the pesto, then top with tomatoes, mozzarella balls, and roasted asparagus. Enjoy!