Frugal Tortellini Veggies
Fuel your family’s weeknight dinners with the vibrant and budget-friendly flavors of Frugal Tortellini Veggies—a quick, wholesome recipe that’s as satisfying as it is easy to prepare. Featuring tender cheese tortellini paired with a medley of fresh vegetables like zucchini, cherry tomatoes, broccoli, and spinach, this dish brings color and nutrition to your table in just 25 minutes. Enhanced with a touch of garlic, a drizzle of zesty lemon juice, and optional Parmesan for that extra savory kick, this recipe celebrates frugality without compromising on taste. Perfect for busy nights or meal prep, Frugal Tortellini Veggies is a versatile, family-friendly option that proves eating well doesn’t have to break the bank.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 16 oz Cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 medium Zucchini (sliced into half-moons)
- 1.5 cups Cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 cup Broccoli florets
- 2 cups Spinach (fresh)
- 1 tbsp Lemon juice
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese (grated, optional)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the cheese tortellini and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
While the tortellini cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Add the zucchini slices, broccoli florets, and cherry tomatoes to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender but still slightly crisp.
Stir in the fresh spinach and let it wilt, about 1-2 minutes.
Add the cooked tortellini to the skillet and toss gently to combine with the vegetables.
Drizzle the lemon juice over the dish, and season with salt and black pepper. Toss again to distribute the seasoning evenly.
Remove from heat and serve warm. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese, if desired, for extra flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
415 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 17.6 g | 23% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.7 g | 33% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 38 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 865 mg | 38% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.6 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.5 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.6 g | ||
| Protein | 17.3 g | 35% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 261 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 533 mg | 11% | |
*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.
