Description
Creamy Tuscan Tortellini Pasta Salad is a delightful blend of tender cheese tortellini, fresh spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes, all enveloped in a rich and creamy sauce. This vibrant dish is perfect for any occasion, whether served warm or cold. Bursting with flavor and visually stunning, it’s sure to impress family and friends at your next gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz cheese tortellini
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (chopped)
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves (chopped)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini in salted boiling water according to package instructions until they float (about 3-5 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add spinach and cook until wilted (1-2 minutes).
- Stir in chopped sun-dried tomatoes until heated through (about 1 minute).
- Pour in heavy cream, stirring continuously over low heat until slightly thickened (3-4 minutes).
- Add cooked tortellini and grated Parmesan to the skillet, stirring gently to coat.
- Season with salt and pepper, garnish with fresh basil, and serve warm or chilled.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 70mg