Description
Tortellini Summer Veggies Plate is a vibrant celebration of seasonal ingredients, combining tender cheese tortellini with a colorful array of sautéed zucchini, cherry tomatoes, and bell peppers. This dish bursts with freshness and flavor, making it perfect for warm evenings or casual gatherings. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, it’s the ideal choice for impressing guests or enjoying a simple meal at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 9 oz fresh cheese tortellini
- 1 medium zucchini (sliced)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed red and yellow, sliced)
- 1/4 cup fresh basil (chopped)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced zucchini and bell peppers; sauté for about 3 minutes.
- Add halved cherry tomatoes, salt, and pepper; cook until tomatoes burst (about 2 minutes).
- Toss in cooked tortellini, mixing gently over low heat until warmed through.
- Remove from heat; fold in fresh basil just before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Customize by adding proteins like grilled chicken or shrimp. For enhanced flavor, drizzle with pesto or balsamic glaze before serving.