Cheese Tortellini with Vegetables
Experience the vibrant flavors of Italy with this Cheese Tortellini with Vegetables recipe, a quick and easy meal that combines tender cheese-filled pasta with a medley of colorful, fresh vegetables. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual dinners, this 30-minute dish is packed with sautéed zucchini, sweet cherry tomatoes, red bell peppers, and nutrient-rich spinach, all brought together with aromatic garlic and a touch of olive oil. Finished with a sprinkle of grated parmesan and a hint of crushed red pepper for a gentle kick, this one-pan wonder is as satisfying as it is nutritious. Whether you're seeking a vegetarian main course or a versatile side dish, this vibrant and creamy tortellini recipe is sure to become a family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces cheese tortellini
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium zucchini
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.5 cups parmesan cheese
- 0.25 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Cook the cheese tortellini according to the package instructions, usually 6–8 minutes. Drain and set aside.
While the tortellini cooks, prepare the vegetables. Mince the garlic, halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the zucchini, and slice the red bell pepper into thin strips.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the diced zucchini and red bell pepper to the skillet. Cook for 5–6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender.
Toss in the cherry tomatoes and cook for another 2–3 minutes until they soften slightly.
Add the baby spinach to the skillet and cook for 1–2 minutes until wilted.
Season the vegetables with salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes. Stir well.
Add the cooked tortellini to the skillet and gently toss it with the vegetables to combine evenly.
Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the dish with grated parmesan cheese. Toss lightly to coat.
Serve warm, garnished with additional parmesan cheese, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1427 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 62.7 g | 80% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.0 g | 115% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 153 mg | 51% | |
| Sodium | 3962 mg | 172% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 160.4 g | 58% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.8 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.2 g | ||
| Protein | 58.6 g | 117% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 963 mg | 74% | |
| Iron | 7.2 mg | 40% | |
| Potassium | 1323 mg | 28% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
