Creamy Tortellini Crab
Indulge in the luxurious flavors of Creamy Tortellini Crab, a restaurant-worthy dish that's deceptively simple to make at home. This recipe combines tender cheese-filled tortellini with succulent fresh crab meat, all enveloped in a velvety Parmesan cream sauce infused with garlic, lemon zest, and a touch of black pepper for a subtle kick. Chopped baby spinach adds a pop of color and nutrients, making the dish both hearty and wholesome. A final sprinkle of fresh parsley and the option of a lemon wedge garnish elevates this seafood pasta to gourmet status. Perfect for a quick yet impressive weeknight dinner or an elegant date night meal, this 30-minute recipe is a celebration of creamy textures and vibrant, fresh flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces Cheese tortellini
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 Garlic cloves, minced
- 1.5 cups Heavy cream
- 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 pound Fresh crab meat, picked over for shells
- 2 cups Baby spinach, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the cheese tortellini according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat until melted.
Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to let it burn.
Slowly stir in the heavy cream and bring it to a gentle simmer. Let it cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the grated Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and lemon zest, whisking until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth.
Fold in the baby spinach and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the spinach is wilted.
Gently add the crab meat to the skillet, stirring carefully to avoid breaking it up too much. Cook for 2 minutes to heat the crab through.
Add the cooked tortellini to the skillet and toss gently to coat it in the sauce.
Sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately. Optionally, garnish with additional Parmesan cheese and a lemon wedge.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3134 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 208.3 g | 267% | |
| Saturated Fat | 114.7 g | 574% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 851 mg | 284% | |
| Sodium | 8157 mg | 355% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 131.1 g | 48% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.9 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.0 g | ||
| Protein | 162.6 g | 325% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1904 mg | 146% | |
| Iron | 11.2 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 2235 mg | 48% | |
*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.
