Balsamic Tortellini

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this vibrant and flavorful Balsamic Tortellini recipe! Packed with tender cheese-filled tortellini, juicy cherry tomatoes, and nutrient-rich baby spinach, this dish is all about bold Mediterranean flavors. A drizzle of tangy balsamic vinegar and a touch of garlic-infused olive oil add depth, while freshly grated Parmesan and fragrant basil bring the finishing touch. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s a quick, satisfying meal perfect for busy evenings. Serve this irresistible pasta dish warm for a comforting, vegetarian-friendly dinner that’s bursting with freshness and elegance.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 oz Cheese tortellini
• 0.25 cup Balsamic vinegar
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 1.5 cups Cherry tomatoes
• 2 cups Baby spinach
• 2 units Garlic cloves, minced
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 tbsp Fresh basil, chopped
• 1 tsp Salt
• 1 tsp Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the cheese tortellini and cook according to the package instructions, usually around 7-9 minutes. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

While the tortellini is cooking, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.

Step 4

Toss the cherry tomatoes into the skillet. Cook for 3-5 minutes until they begin to soften and burst, gently pressing them with a spatula to release their juices.

Step 5

Add the balsamic vinegar, spinach, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir well and allow the mixture to simmer for 2 minutes until the spinach wilts.

Step 6

Add the cooked tortellini to the skillet and toss to combine, ensuring that the balsamic mixture coats the pasta evenly.

Step 7

Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh basil over the dish.

Step 8

Serve warm, garnished with extra basil or Parmesan if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	751 grams (751.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1258

Total Fat 53.40g	68%
Saturated Fat 17.90g	89%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.90g
Cholesterol 129mg	43%
Sodium 3308mg	144%
Total Carbohydrate 147.70g	54%
Dietary Fiber 10.10g	36%
Total Sugars 17.30g
Protein 47.80g	96%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 744mg	57%
Iron 8mg	42%
Potassium 799mg	17%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 38.1%

Protein: 15.1%

Carbs: 46.8%