Avocado and Tortellini Salad

This is my Mom's recipe, we love this stuff!!! -Kristin

18 oz. frozen, cheese filled tortellini

1/4 t. salt

1/4 t. pepper

2 cloves garlic, finely minced

3/4 c. light mayonnaise

1 c. shredded cheese

1/3 c. chopped green onions

1 large avocado, dice in a bowl and sprinkle with a little bit of lemon juice and salt lightly

1 large tomato, diced

• Cook tortellini as directed on package. Drain and rinse with cold water and place in bowl; set aside.
• Mix mayonnaise, salt, pepper and garlic in a large bowl.
• Add tortellini, cheese and onions and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours, but not longer than 24 hours.
• Just before serving add the avocado and tomatoes and toss.