Italian Tortellini Kabobs

  • Prep 30 min
  • Total 30 min
  • Servings 12

Ingredients

  • 12 uncooked refrigerated or dried cheese-filled tomato- or spinach-flavor tortellini
  • 1/4 cup drained roasted red bell peppers (from 7-ounce jar)
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 3 tablespoons Italian dressing
  • 4-ounce piece salami, cut into twelve 1-inch wedges
  • 2-ounce piece mozzarella cheese, cut into twelve 3/4-inch cubes
  • 12 pieces marinated artichoke hearts (from two 6- to 7-ounce jars), drained
  • 12 cherry tomatoes

Steps

  • 1
    Cook and drain tortellini as directed on package; cool.
  • 2
    Place bell peppers in blender. Cover and blend until smooth. Add Parmesan cheese and Italian dressing. Cover and blend until smooth. Pour mixture into large plastic or glass bowl. Stir in tortellini, salami, mozzarella cheese, artichoke hearts and tomatoes.
  • 3
    Thread tortellini, mozzarella cheese, salami, artichoke hearts and tomatoes alternately on each of twelve 4- to 6-inch skewers. Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate up to 24 hours.

  • Substitute fresh mozzarella cheese for the regular mozzarella for an authentic Italian touch.
  • Garnish the edge of the platter of kabobs with sprigs of fresh rosemary to look like a wreath.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 Appetizer
Calories
95
Calories from Fat
55
Total Fat
6g
Saturated Fat
2g
Cholesterol
25mg
Sodium
240mg
Total Carbohydrate
6g
Dietary Fiber
1g
Protein
5g
% Daily Value*:
Iron
2%
2%
Exchanges:
1 Vegetable;
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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