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Cheese Tortellini with Summer Veggies

Cheese Tortellini with Summer Veggies: A Fresh Family Favorite

Cheese Tortellini with Summer Veggies is a delightful blend of creamy pasta and fresh seasonal produce, ready in just 30 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Tortellini
  • 12 oz Cheese Tortellini Refrigerated or homemade preferred
For the Vegetables
  • 1 medium Zucchini Can substitute with summer squash
  • 1 cup Tomatoes Cherry tomatoes recommended
  • 1 cup Corn Fresh or frozen
  • 1 medium Onion Red or yellow onion
For the Sauce
  • 2 cups Herby Marinara Sauce Jarred or homemade
For Garnishing
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Herbs (basil, parsley) Add before serving

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Skillet
  • Colander
  • Measuring Cups
  • cutting board
  • knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by washing and chopping the zucchini, tomatoes, and onion into bite-sized pieces. Measure out the corn and roughly chop fresh herbs like basil and parsley. Set everything aside.
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil over high heat. Once boiling, add the cheese tortellini and cook according to package instructions, usually about 3-5 minutes until they float to the surface. Drain the tortellini, reserving a cup of the starchy pasta water for later use.
  3. In a large skillet, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until it becomes translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Then, introduce the zucchini, corn, and diced tomatoes, cooking for another 5-7 minutes until the veggies are tender and vibrant in color.
  4. Pour the herby marinara sauce into the skillet with the sautéed vegetables, stirring gently to combine. Add the cooked cheese tortellini into the mix, tossing everything together to ensure the pasta is well-coated. If the sauce is too thick, gradually mix in a little reserved pasta water until you reach your desired consistency.
  5. Just before serving, sprinkle in the fresh herbs, stirring them into the dish to enhance freshness and flavor. Allow the mixture to heat through for another minute until ready to serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 12gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat on the stovetop with a splash of water to retain moisture.

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