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Tortellini With Pesto Roasted Veggies

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๐Ÿ This Tortellini with Pesto and Roasted Vegetables recipe offers a balanced meal with fresh veggies and flavorful pesto for a satisfying dish.
๐ŸŒฟ Ideal for a quick, nutritious dinner, it combines tender tortellini with roasted vegetables and vibrant parmesan topping.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

– 2 zucchini, ends trimmed and sliced into half moons

– 2 medium yellow squash, ends trimmed and sliced into half moons

– 1 red bell pepper, diced into 3/4-inch squares (yellow or orange bell pepper can be used as substitutes; green will alter the color)

– 1/2 large red onion, diced into 3/4-inch squares

– 8 ounces button mushrooms, sliced thick (can substitute with eggplant or black olives)

– 10.5 ounces grape or cherry tomatoes, halved

– 2 tablespoons olive oil (refined, not extra-virgin)

– 2 cloves garlic, minced (fresh garlic recommended)

– 20 ounces refrigerated three cheese tortellini (can substitute with chicken or sausage tortellini)

– 4 cups fresh spinach (avoid frozen to prevent sogginess)

– 2/3 cup pesto (homemade or store-bought)

– Finely shredded parmesan cheese, for serving

Instructions

1-First Step: Start by preheating your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. This higher heat helps caramelize the vegetables quickly. Spread the zucchini, yellow squash, red bell pepper, red onion, and mushrooms on a rimmed 18 by 13-inch baking sheet for even roasting.

2-Step 1: Drizzle the vegetables with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, then season with salt and pepper, and toss to coat evenly.

3-Step 2: Roast in the oven for 10 minutes to start building those flavors.

4-Step 3: Remove from the oven, add the 10.5 ounces of halved grape or cherry tomatoes and 2 cloves of minced garlic, then toss again for a fresh burst.

5-Step 4: Roast for another 10 minutes until the vegetables are tender, then add the 4 cups of fresh spinach, toss, and roast for 1 more minute until it wilts.

6-Final Step: While the veggies roast, cook the 20 ounces of refrigerated three cheese tortellini according to package instructions, usually boiling for 4 to 7 minutes, then drain. In a large bowl, combine the drained tortellini with the roasted vegetables and 2/3 cup of pesto, seasoning to taste, and toss well before serving warm with finely shredded parmesan cheese.

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Notes

๐Ÿ… Refrigerated tortellini offers the best flavor; shelf-stable or frozen can be used as alternatives.
โฒ๏ธ Boil tortellini during the last 7 minutes of vegetable roasting to serve warm together.
๐ŸŒฝ Substitute vegetables like broccoli, cauliflower, or eggplant based on preference or availability.

  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Roasting and Boiling
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 469
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 705mg
  • Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Carbohydrates: 54g
  • Fiber: 7g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg