Low Fat Baked Tortellini with Tomato Cream Sauce
Indulge in the rich flavors of comfort food without the guilt with this **Low Fat Baked Tortellini with Tomato Cream Sauce**. This easy-to-make dish combines tender cheese tortellini with a luscious, velvety tomato cream sauce made lighter using low-fat cream cheese and vegetable broth. Infused with aromatic dried basil and oregano, then baked to golden perfection with a sprinkle of Parmesan, this recipe strikes the perfect balance between indulgence and health-conscious eating. Ready in just 45 minutes from start to finish, it’s an ideal choice for a hearty family dinner or a satisfying weeknight meal. Garnish with fresh basil for a pop of color and flavor—because sometimes, simple ingredients create the most unforgettable experiences.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Cheese tortellini
- 2 teaspoons Olive oil
- 3 Garlic cloves, minced
- 800 grams Canned crushed tomatoes
- 120 grams Low-fat cream cheese
- 120 milliliters Vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 50 grams Grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
Cook the cheese tortellini according to the package instructions, then drain and set aside.
In a large ovenproof skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and add minced garlic. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the crushed tomatoes, low-fat cream cheese, and vegetable broth to the skillet. Stir until the cream cheese has melted and the sauce is smooth.
Add dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper into the skillet and mix well. Simmer the sauce for about 5 minutes.
Add the cooked tortellini to the sauce in the skillet, tossing to coat evenly.
Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the top.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes or until the sauce is bubbling and the cheese is golden brown.
Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes. Garnish with chopped fresh basil before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2196 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 95.0 g | 122% | |
| Saturated Fat | 41.3 g | 206% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 253 mg | 84% | |
| Sodium | 4611 mg | 200% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 247.8 g | 90% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.2 g | 83% | |
| Total Sugars | 43.0 g | ||
| Protein | 93.6 g | 187% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1534 mg | 118% | |
| Iron | 13.0 mg | 72% | |
| Potassium | 3266 mg | 69% | |
*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.
