Description
Creamy Spinach Tomato Tortellini is a comforting pasta dish that envelops tender tortellini in a rich, velvety sauce made from fresh spinach and sweet cherry tomatoes. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or an impressive meal for guests, this delicious recipe is easy to prepare and packed with flavor. With just a handful of ingredients, you can whip up this delightful dish in about 30 minutes, leaving your family and friends satisfied and asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 9 oz fresh cheese tortellini
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cups baby spinach
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add cherry tomatoes and spinach to the skillet. Cook until tomatoes burst and spinach wilts (about 3 minutes).
- Reduce heat to low, add cream cheese, and stir until melted. Gradually mix in about 1/2 cup of reserved pasta water until you achieve a creamy consistency.
- Toss the cooked tortellini into the skillet until evenly coated with the sauce.
- Serve warm, topped with grated Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: - For added protein, consider adding grilled chicken or shrimp. - Swap spinach for kale or add seasonal vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini for variety. - A sprinkle of red pepper flakes can add a spicy kick.