Tortellini with Herbs
Delight your taste buds with this quick and flavorful Tortellini with Herbs recipe, a perfect weeknight meal that combines the richness of cheese-filled tortellini with vibrantly fresh herbs. This 25-minute recipe boasts a fragrant medley of parsley, basil, thyme, and oregano, all sautéed in a luscious blend of butter and olive oil with a hint of garlic. A zesty touch of lemon zest and a sprinkle of grated Parmesan bring the dish to life, creating a harmonious balance of freshness and indulgence. Serve this savory dish as a standalone masterpiece or alongside your favorite crisp salad for a truly satisfying meal. Ideal for those craving an easy yet elegant pasta dish, Tortellini with Herbs is a culinary celebration of simplicity and bold, herbaceous flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Cheese tortellini
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 pieces Garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh basil (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon Fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tablespoon Fresh oregano (chopped)
- 50 grams Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the cheese tortellini and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta water and then drain the tortellini.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the olive oil and minced garlic, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
Add the freshly chopped parsley, basil, thyme, and oregano to the skillet. Stir gently to combine, cooking for another minute to release the herbs' aroma.
Add the cooked tortellini to the skillet and toss to coat in the herb mixture. If the mixture seems too dry, add a few tablespoons of the reserved pasta water, one at a time, until the desired consistency is achieved.
Season the tortellini with salt, black pepper, and lemon zest, stirring well to evenly distribute the flavors.
Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the tortellini and gently toss to combine. Let it warm in the skillet for an additional 1-2 minutes.
Serve immediately, garnished with additional chopped herbs and grated Parmesan if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
489 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 25.9 g | 33% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.1 g | 61% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 71 mg | 24% | |
| Sodium | 630 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.9 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.0 g | ||
| Protein | 18.1 g | 36% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 288 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 74 mg | 2% | |
*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.
