Cheese Tortellini with Summer Veggies
Cheese Tortellini with Summer Veggies is a delightful and vibrant dish that brings together the rich flavors of cheese-filled pasta and seasonal vegetables. This easy recipe showcases tender tortellini paired with fresh zucchini, sweet corn, and juicy tomatoes, all enveloped in a herby marinara sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this dish not only pleases the palate but also celebrates the bounty of summer. With minimal preparation time and simple cooking steps, you’ll have a colorful and satisfying meal ready to enjoy in just 30 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling, Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 20 oz refrigerated three cheese tortellini
- 2 ears corn (kernels cut from cobs)
- 2 cups grape tomatoes
- 2 medium zucchini (sliced into half moons)
- 1 medium yellow onion (chopped)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 1/4 cups marinara sauce
- 1/2 cup finely shredded parmesan cheese (divided)
- Fresh basil and parsley for garnish
- 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Boil the Tortellini: In a large pot of salted water, cook tortellini for one minute less than package instructions; set aside.
- Sauté Vegetables: In a sauté pan, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add onion and sauté until translucent (about 3 minutes). Stir in corn and cook for another 2 minutes.
- Add Tomatoes and Zucchini: Incorporate grape tomatoes and sauté until softened (approximately 3 minutes). Add zucchini and minced garlic; cook until veggies are tender (6–8 minutes).
- Combine Everything: Drain tortellini, reserving some pasta water. Add tortellini to the veggie mix along with marinara sauce.
- Final Touches: Toss gently to combine and heat through, adding reserved pasta water if needed. Season with salt and pepper; mix in half of the parmesan cheese along with basil and parsley.
- Serve: Plate immediately and top with remaining parmesan for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 350g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 20mg