Description

Cheese Tortellini with Summer Veggies is a vibrant, easy-to-make dish that captures the flavors of summer in every bite. This delightful recipe features rich cheese tortellini tossed with fresh zucchini, juicy tomatoes, sweet corn, and aromatic herbs, all enveloped in a delectable marinara sauce. Perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, this meal is not only quick to prepare but also bursting with color and flavor.

Ingredients

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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 pepper to taste
Parmesan cheese, basil, and parsley for garnish

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Instructions

Boil the tortellini in a large pot of salted water until just under al dente.
In a sauté pan, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until softened.
Stir in corn and cook for an additional two minutes before adding grape tomatoes and zucchini.
Sauté until the veggies are tender; then add minced garlic.
Drain tortellini (reserve some pasta water) and combine with sautéed vegetables and marinara sauce in the pan. Heat through.
Season with salt and pepper, mix in half of the parmesan cheese along with fresh herbs before serving.

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

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1.5 cups)
Calories: 420
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 480mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 60g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 14g
Cholesterol: 25mg