Tortellini with Pesto and Sun Dried Tomatoes
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this vibrant Tortellini with Pesto and Sun-Dried Tomatoes recipe—an irresistible blend of rich, cheesy tortellini paired with zesty basil pesto and bursts of tangy sun-dried tomatoes. With just 20 minutes from start to finish, this quick and satisfying pasta dish is perfect for busy schedules or impromptu gatherings. Sautéed garlic in olive oil adds a warm, aromatic base, while a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves provide the perfect finishing touch. Whether you use store-bought or homemade pesto, this recipe is a deliciously simple way to bring bold, Mediterranean-inspired flavors to your table. It’s a quick, crowd-pleasing meal that’s guaranteed to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 16 oz Cheese tortellini
- 0.5 cup Basil pesto (store-bought or homemade)
- 0.333 cup Sun-dried tomatoes (packed in oil, drained and chopped)
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 1 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black pepper
- as desired Fresh basil leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the cheese tortellini according to the package instructions until tender. Reserve 1/4 cup of pasta water before draining the tortellini.
While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Add the chopped sun-dried tomatoes to the skillet and cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Lower the heat and stir in the basil pesto. If the sauce is too thick, add a tablespoon of the reserved pasta water at a time until it reaches your desired consistency.
Add the cooked tortellini to the skillet and toss to coat evenly in the pesto and sun-dried tomato mixture. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Transfer the tortellini to serving bowls or a large platter. Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the top and garnish with fresh basil leaves, if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2122 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 113.5 g | 146% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.4 g | 172% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 202 mg | 67% | |
| Sodium | 5236 mg | 228% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 194.7 g | 71% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.2 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.8 g | ||
| Protein | 83.9 g | 168% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1426 mg | 110% | |
| Iron | 9.9 mg | 55% | |
| Potassium | 1457 mg | 31% | |
*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.
