Tortellini and Steak Salad
Kosher salt
2 9-ounce bags cheese tortellini
1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
1/3 cup halved pitted black olives
1/2 cup chopped cucumber (thinly sliced and quartered)
1/2 cup quartered marinated artichoke hearts, chopped, plus 1 tablespoon marinade
4 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 1/4 pounds skirt steak, cut into 4 equal pieces
Freshly ground pepper
2 scallions, thinly sliced on an angle
Instructions:
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the tortellini and cook as the label directs; drain and set aside. Meanwhile, combine the tomatoes, olives, cucumber, artichokes and reserved marinade and the mozzarella in a large bowl. Add the vinegar, Italian seasoning and 2 tablespoons olive oil and toss well.
Season the steak generously with salt and pepper. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat; add the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and heat until shimmering. Add the steak and cook until well browned, 3 to 5 minutes per side for medium rare. Remove to a cutting board and let rest, 5 minutes. Slice the steak.
Add the scallions and cooked tortellini to the tomato mixture and toss until coated. Season with salt and pepper. Divide among bowls and top with the steak.
