Description
Cheese Tortellini with Summer Veggies is a delightful, vibrant dish that celebrates the flavors of summer. Perfect for warm days, this recipe features tender cheese tortellini paired with colorful, sautéed vegetables like zucchini, corn, and tomatoes, all enveloped in a light marinara sauce. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. With its fresh ingredients and kid-friendly appeal, this dish not only satisfies but also encourages healthy eating habits. Serve it as a main course or as a side for a complete meal. Enjoy the deliciousness of summer with every bite!
Ingredients
- 20 oz refrigerated three cheese tortellini
- 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 2 ears corn, kernels removed
- 2 cups grape tomatoes
- 2 medium zucchini, sliced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 1/4 cups marinara sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil and parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Boil the tortellini in lightly salted water until al dente (about one minute less than package instructions). Reserve some pasta water before draining.
- In a large sauté pan, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sauté chopped onion for about 3 minutes.
- Add corn and continue to sauté for another 2 minutes.
- Stir in grape tomatoes and cook until softened (about 3 minutes), then add zucchini and garlic; sauté until tender (6-8 minutes).
- Combine the cooked tortellini and marinara sauce with the veggies in the pan. Toss over medium heat for about 2 minutes, adding reserved pasta water as needed to adjust consistency.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste and mix in half of the Parmesan cheese along with chopped herbs.
- Serve warm topped with remaining Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (210g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize by adding seasonal vegetables like bell peppers or spinach. For added protein, consider tossing in grilled chicken or turkey.