Lemony Tortellini Broccoli Salad

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• 8 ounces refrigerated cheese tortellini (about 2 cups)
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  Source: 8 ounces refrigerated cheese tortellini (about 2 cups)
• 4 cups fresh broccoli florets (cut into small bite-size pieces)
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  Source: 4 cups fresh broccoli florets (cut into small bite-size pieces)
• 5 ounces salad greens (butter lettuce or spring mix blend)
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  Source: 5 ounces salad greens (butter lettuce or spring mix blend)
• 4 each bacon strips (cooked)
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  Source: 4 bacon strips (cooked)
• ⅓ cup mayonnaise
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  Source: ⅓ cup mayonnaise
• ⅓ cup light sour cream
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  Source: ⅓ cup light sour cream
• 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
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  Source: 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
• 1 teaspoon sugar
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  Source: 1 teaspoon sugar
• ½ each lemon (juiced)
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  Source: ½ lemon (juiced)
• ½ teaspoon dried oregano
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  Source: ½ teaspoon dried oregano
• ¼ teaspoon salt
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  Source: ¼ teaspoon salt

1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook tortellini according to package directions, being careful not to overcook. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the cooked tortellini to a colander. Rinse well with cold water and drain well and transfer to a large mixing bowl. Set aside.
2. Bring the water back to a boil and add the broccoli. Cook for only 1 to 2 minutes, just to blanch slightly. Quickly transfer the broccoli to the colander, rinse with cold water, and drain well. Transfer the broccoli to the mixing bowl with the tortellini.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the dressing ingredients. Set aside.
4. Add about half of the dressing to the tortellini and broccoli and toss to coat. Add as much of the remaining dressing as you'd like. You may not need the entire amount but pasta has a tendency to absorb dressing quickly so let it sit for a minute or two and then add more, if needed.
5. Spoon the mixture over salad greens and sprinkle with bacon pieces. Serve immediately.