Perfect for entertaining or a quick, crowd-pleasing appetizer, these vibrant Tortellini Skewers combine the best of Italian-inspired flavors in a bite-sized, no-fuss presentation. Featuring tender, cheese-filled tortellini, juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy mini mozzarella balls, and fragrant fresh basil leaves, all threaded onto skewers, this recipe offers a harmonious balance of textures and flavors. Enhanced with a light drizzle of olive oil, a touch of balsamic glaze, and seasoned to perfection, these skewers are as visually striking as they are delicious. Ready in just 25 minutes, these versatile skewers can be served fresh or prepared ahead of time, making them an ideal option for parties, potlucks, or snackable dinners. Simple to assemble, yet elegant to serveβthese Tortellini Skewers will steal the spotlight at any gathering!
Bring a medium pot of salted water to a boil. Add the cheese tortellini and cook according to the package instructions, usually about 8β10 minutes. Drain and let them cool completely.
While the tortellini are cooling, rinse and dry the cherry tomatoes and basil leaves. Drain the mozzarella balls if they are packed in water.
In a small bowl, toss the cooled tortellini with olive oil, salt, and black pepper to lightly season them.
Assemble the skewers by threading one cheese tortellini, followed by one basil leaf, one cherry tomato, another basil leaf, and one mozzarella ball. Repeat the pattern until you've filled all the skewers or used up your ingredients.
Once all the skewers are assembled, drizzle them with balsamic glaze for a touch of sweetness and extra flavor.
Arrange the skewers on a platter and serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Calories |
1307 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 84.0 g | 108% | |
| Saturated Fat | 37.2 g | 186% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 182 mg | 61% | |
| Sodium | 1264 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 74.4 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.1 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.4 g | ||
| Protein | 62.8 g | 126% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1166 mg | 90% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 791 mg | 17% | |
*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.