Description
Cheese Tortellini with Summer Veggies is a vibrant and delightful dish that captures the essence of summer in every bite. This quick and easy recipe features rich cheese tortellini tossed with an array of fresh, sautéed vegetables including zucchini, corn, tomatoes, and onion, all enveloped in a fragrant herby marinara sauce. Perfect for family gatherings or a simple weeknight meal, this dish is both satisfying and versatile. You can serve it as a main course or a hearty side, making it ideal for potlucks or casual dinners. In just 30 minutes, you can create a colorful plate that celebrates seasonal produce while pleasing even the pickiest eaters.
Ingredients
- 20 oz refrigerated three cheese tortellini
- 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 2 ears corn, kernels cut from cobs
- 2 cups grape tomatoes
- 2 medium zucchini, sliced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 1/4 cups marinara sauce
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- Parmesan cheese, basil, and parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Cook the tortellini according to package instructions but reduce time by one minute.
- In a sauté pan over medium-high heat, add olive oil. Sauté onions for 3 minutes until softened; then mix in corn and cook for another 2 minutes.
- Add grape tomatoes and sauté until they burst (about 3 minutes). Incorporate zucchini and garlic; cook until tender (6-8 minutes).
- Drain the tortellini (reserve about 1/4 cup pasta water). Combine tortellini with veggies and marinara sauce in the pan. Toss gently until heated through.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir in half of the parmesan cheese along with chopped basil and parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 25mg