Description
This creamy spinach tomato tortellini recipe is a quick, comforting Italian dish perfect for busy weeknights. Combining fresh tortellini, a rich tomato cream sauce, and vibrant spinach, this meal is as satisfying as it is easy to prepare.
Ingredients
- 12 ounces fresh cheese-filled tortellini
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) crushed or diced tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream or cream cheese
- 4 cups fresh spinach, loosely packed
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan or Pecorino Romano cheese
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
- Optional additions:
- Protein: Grilled chicken, shrimp, or Italian sausage
- Alternative Greens: Kale or arugula
Instructions
1. Heat a large skillet or pot over medium heat. Add olive oil and sauté minced garlic and diced onion until fragrant and translucent.
2. Stir in crushed or diced tomatoes and cook for 5 minutes to blend the flavors.
3. Add heavy cream or cream cheese, stirring until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
4. Add the fresh tortellini directly into the sauce, along with a splash of water or broth. Simmer until the tortellini is cooked through and tender (typically 3-5 minutes).
5. Stir in fresh spinach and let it wilt into the sauce. This should only take 1-2 minutes.
6. Add salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes for a hint of spice. Stir to combine.
7. Plate the tortellini and top with grated Parmesan or Pecorino Romano cheese. Add fresh basil for an extra pop of flavor.
Notes
For a heartier dish, add grilled chicken, shrimp, or crumbled Italian sausage.
You can substitute spinach with kale or arugula for variety.
Use cream cheese for a thicker, tangier sauce or heavy cream for a smoother texture.
Add a splash of vegetable or chicken broth if the sauce is too thick.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: One Pot
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg