Description

Cheese Tortellini with Summer Veggies is a delightful, vibrant dish that celebrates the flavors of fresh summer produce. This easy recipe combines rich cheese tortellini with sautéed zucchini, sweet corn, and juicy tomatoes, all enveloped in a fragrant herby marinara sauce. Perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a family dinner or a casual summer gathering, this dish is quick to prepare and bursting with flavor.

Ingredients

Scale

20 oz refrigerated three cheese tortellini
2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, chopped
2 ears corn (kernels)
2 cups grape tomatoes
2 medium zucchini, sliced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/4 cups marinara sauce
Salt and pepper to taste
1/2 cup parmesan cheese (divided)
Fresh basil and parsley for garnish

Instructions

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to boil and cook the tortellini according to package instructions but drain it 1 minute early.
2. In a sauté pan over medium-high heat, heat olive oil. Sauté onion for 3 minutes, then add corn and cook for another 2 minutes.
3. Stir in tomatoes and cook for an additional 3 minutes before adding zucchini and garlic. Sauté until veggies are tender (6-8 minutes).
4. Drain the tortellini, reserving some pasta water. Add the drained tortellini and marinara sauce to the pan with the veggies; stir well and heat through.
5. Season with salt and pepper, add half the parmesan cheese along with basil and parsley; mix well before serving.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Sautéing
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (245g)
Calories: 360
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 580mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 48g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 14g
Cholesterol: 15mg

Keywords: For added protein, consider including grilled chicken or shrimp. Customize by swapping in your favorite seasonal vegetables or using gluten-free tortellini if needed.