Pesto Tortellini
Brighten up your dinner table with the irresistible flavors of Pesto Tortellini—a quick, vibrant dish that's as easy to make as it is satisfying. This recipe pairs tender cheese-filled tortellini with a homemade basil pesto that bursts with the nutty richness of pine nuts, sharp Parmesan, and zesty lemon juice, all brought together with a smooth drizzle of extra virgin olive oil. Tossed with juicy cherry tomatoes for a pop of sweetness and color, this 25-minute meal is a celebration of fresh ingredients and bold Italian-inspired flavors. Perfect for weeknights or casual entertaining, serve this pesto tortellini with a garnish of fragrant basil leaves and an extra sprinkle of Parmesan for a dish that'll delight both your taste buds and your guests.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Cheese Tortellini
- 50 grams Fresh Basil Leaves
- 30 grams Pine Nuts
- 2 large Garlic Cloves
- 60 grams Parmesan Cheese, grated
- 120 ml Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
- 200 grams Cherry Tomatoes, halved
- 10 grams Fresh Basil Leaves, for garnish
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
Once the water is boiling, add the cheese tortellini and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 7-10 minutes.
While the tortellini is cooking, prepare the pesto. In a food processor, combine the fresh basil leaves, pine nuts, garlic cloves, parmesan cheese, and lemon juice.
Pulse the mixture a few times to start combining the ingredients.
With the food processor running, slowly drizzle in the extra virgin olive oil. Continue to process until the pesto reaches a smooth consistency.
Season the pesto with salt and black pepper to taste, and pulse once more to incorporate. Set aside.
Once the tortellini is cooked, drain it well and return it to the pot.
Add the prepared pesto to the tortellini and gently toss to ensure the pasta is evenly coated with the pesto sauce.
Add the halved cherry tomatoes to the pot and toss again to mix everything together.
Serve the pesto tortellini immediately, garnished with additional fresh basil leaves and extra parmesan cheese, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2667 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 179.2 g | 230% | |
| Saturated Fat | 43.3 g | 216% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 12.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 220 mg | 73% | |
| Sodium | 4174 mg | 181% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 201.0 g | 73% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.2 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.3 g | ||
| Protein | 85.4 g | 171% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1366 mg | 105% | |
| Iron | 10.1 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 1086 mg | 23% | |
*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.
