Description
Creamy Spinach Tomato Tortellini is a delightful pasta dish that features tender cheese tortellini enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce infused with fresh spinach and juicy cherry tomatoes. In just 30 minutes, you can create this comforting meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. Its vibrant flavors and customizable options make it an ideal choice to impress family and friends while providing satisfaction in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 9 oz cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- In a large pot of salted water, cook the tortellini according to package instructions until al dente (about 3-5 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Stir in halved cherry tomatoes and cook until soft (approximately 2 minutes). Add fresh spinach and stir until wilted.
- Reduce heat to low, pour in heavy cream, and stir in grated Parmesan cheese until well combined.
- Add cooked tortellini to the skillet, mixing everything together. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of reserved pasta water until desired consistency is achieved.
- Plate generously and garnish with more Parmesan or fresh basil if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 80mg