Description
Tortellini with Summer Veggies is a colorful and flavorful dish that captures the essence of summer in every bite. This easy-to-make recipe combines tender tortellini with fresh zucchini, vibrant bell peppers, and juicy cherry tomatoes, all drizzled with olive oil and garnished with aromatic basil. Perfect for gatherings or a cozy night in, this delightful pasta dish allows you to enjoy seasonal produce while impressing your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fresh or frozen tortellini
- 1 medium zucchini (sliced)
- 1 cup mixed bell peppers (sliced; red, yellow, green)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare all vegetables by washing and cutting them as specified.
- Boil a large pot of salted water. Cook tortellini according to package instructions until al dente, about 3-5 minutes for fresh types. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, warm olive oil. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add zucchini and bell peppers; cook until tender yet crisp, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in halved cherry tomatoes, salt, pepper, and basil leaves; cook for another 2 minutes.
- Gently fold in the cooked tortellini, mixing well to combine flavors.
- Serve warm with additional basil as garnish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg