Description
A delightful dish featuring fresh cheese tortellini sautéed with spinach and garlic, finished with a touch of lemon and parmesan.
Ingredients
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- 9 oz fresh cheese tortellini
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Mince the garlic and wash the spinach thoroughly.
- Cook the tortellini: Boil salted water in a large pot, add tortellini, and cook according to package instructions until they float (3-5 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- Sauté garlic and spinach: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add spinach and cook until wilted (1-2 minutes).
- Combine: Gently fold in cooked tortellini with the garlic-spinach mixture, ensuring even coating.
- Create the sauce: If needed, add reserved pasta water for creaminess. Season with salt and pepper, then stir in grated parmesan until melted.
- Finish with lemon juice just before serving to brighten the flavors.
Notes
- This dish is best served immediately for optimal flavor and freshness.
- Adjust seasoning according to personal preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 10mg