Fresh basil tortellini salad

Description
This is a great pasta salad with cheese tortellini and sweet basil. Plan ahead, because it should chill for a couple hours to allow flavors to blend.



Ingredients

 * 1 	 lb uncooked dry  cheese-filled egg tortellini
 * 1/3 	cup olive oil or vegetable oil
 * 1/4 	cup balsamic vinegar
 * 2 	tablespoons chopped fresh basil (or 2 tsp dried basil)
 * 1 	tablespoon grated parmesan cheese
 * 1/8 	teaspoon pepper
 * 1 	green onion, chopped
 * 1 	medium carrot, peeled and sliced on the diagonal

Directions

 * Cook tortellini as directed on package.
 * Drain and rinse with cold water.
 * Mix remaining ingredients in a medium bowl.
 * Add tortellini and toss until well combined.
 * Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours.
 * Toss again before serving with additional parmesan cheese.