Confetti on a Plate Italian Garden Tortellini
Bursting with vibrant colors and Mediterranean flavors, "Confetti on a Plate Italian Garden Tortellini" is a quick and delicious way to bring the taste of an Italian summer to your table. This delightful pasta dish features tender cheese tortellini tossed with a medley of sautéed cherry tomatoes, zucchini, yellow bell pepper, and red onion for a fresh-from-the-garden feel. Aromatic garlic, fragrant basil, and a drizzle of tangy balsamic glaze elevate the flavors, while a generous sprinkle of grated Parmesan adds a rich, savory finish. Ready in just 30 minutes, this vegetarian recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or as a stunning centerpiece for casual entertaining. Serve it warm and enjoy the perfect harmony of textures, colors, and flavors in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 16 oz Cheese tortellini
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 2 cups Cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium Zucchini
- 1 Yellow bell pepper
- 1 small Red onion
- 3 Garlic cloves
- 10 leaves Fresh basil leaves
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 2 tbsp Balsamic glaze
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
Instructions
1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the cheese tortellini according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. While the tortellini cooks, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
3. Halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the zucchini and yellow bell pepper, and thinly slice the red onion. Finely mince the garlic cloves.
4. Add the red onion to the skillet and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened.
5. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
6. Add the cherry tomatoes, zucchini, and yellow bell pepper to the skillet. Season with salt and black pepper. Sauté for 5-6 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still slightly crisp.
7. Remove the skillet from heat. Gently stir in the cooked tortellini and fresh basil leaves, tearing them into smaller pieces if desired.
8. Drizzle the balsamic glaze over the pasta and vegetables. Toss gently to combine.
9. Serve the dish warm, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1801 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 67.0 g | 86% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.2 g | 126% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 185 mg | 62% | |
| Sodium | 5647 mg | 246% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 237.2 g | 86% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.3 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 48.6 g | ||
| Protein | 72.3 g | 145% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1090 mg | 84% | |
| Iron | 7.7 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 1972 mg | 42% | |
*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.
