Ingredients

• 1  9-ounce package refrigerated cheese tortellini
• 6  cups torn mixed greens
• 1-1/2  cups sliced fresh mushrooms
• 1  medium yellow or red sweet pepper, cut into bite-size strips (1 cup)
• 1/4  cup snipped fresh basil
• 1/4  cup white wine vinegar or white vinegar
• 2  tablespoons water
• 2  tablespoons olive oil
• 2  teaspoons sugar
• 2  cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4  teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/2  cup fat-free toasted garlic-and-onion croutons

Directions

1. In a large saucepan, cook the tortellini according to package directions, except omit oil and salt; drain. Rinse with cold water; drain.

2. In a large bowl, combine tortellini, mixed greens, mushrooms, sweet pepper, and basil.

3. For dressing, in a screw-top jar, combine white wine vinegar, water, oil, sugar, garlic, and black pepper. Cover and shake well. Pour over tortellini mixture; toss to coat.

4. Divide the tortellini mixture among four serving bowls or plates. Top with the croutons. Makes 4 main-dish servings.