Best 8 Italian Tortellini Skewers Recipes

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Italian Tortellini Skewers are a delightful and easy dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer or main course. They are made with tortellini, which are small, filled pasta pockets, and a variety of other ingredients, such as vegetables, cheese, and sauce. Tortellini skewers are a great way to use up leftover tortellini, and they can also be made ahead of time, making them a convenient option for busy weeknights. With so many different variations, there is sure to be a recipe for everyone.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

TORTELLINI SKEWERS



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 10m

Yield 18 skewers

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons jarred pesto
2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
2 packages spinach tortellini, cooked and cooled
2 pints cherry tomatoes
12 ounces fresh mozzarella, cubed
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Mix together the olive oil, pesto and vinegar in a bowl.
  • On small skewers, thread 1 tortellini, 1 cherry tomato and 1 mozzarella cube per skewer. Lay the skewers on a platter and lightly drizzle the dressing over them with a spoon.
  • Serve immediately or refrigerate. Sprinkle on the minced parsley just before serving.

ITALIAN TORTELLINI SKEWERS



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Our Italian Tortellini Skewers make a great quick and easy appetizer for summer BBQs or Potlucks. Perfect for picking up and eating on the go, each skewer is loaded with fresh veggies, cheese, and pasta drizzled with Italian Dressing.

Provided by Steph

Categories     Appetizer

Yield 10 skewers

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 (9 ounce) package tortellini
40 slices pepperoni
1/2 cucumber (sliced)
20 black olives
4 ounces fresh mozzarella (cubed or 20 mini fresh mozzarella balls)
20 grape tomatoes
20 pepperoncinis
1/4 cup Italian dressing
10 large skewers

Steps:

  • Cook tortellini according to package directions. Drain, set aside, and let cool.
  • Thread each skewer with pepperoni (I used two pepperoni each time), cucumber, olive, tortellini, mozzarella, tomato, and pepperoncini. Repeat until all the skewers are full.
  • Drizzle skewers with Italian dressing and keep refrigerated until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Servingsize 1 serving, Calories 1291 kcal, Fat 59 g, SaturatedFat 27 g, Cholesterol 130 mg, Sodium 1986 mg, Carbohydrate 136 g, Sugar 17 g, Protein 59 mg

TORTELLINI SKEWERS



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Provided by Ree Drummond

Categories     appetizer,Italian,pasta,tomatoes

Time 10m

Yield 18 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 Tbsp olive oil
2 Tbsp jarred pesto
2 tsp red wine vinegar
2 packages spinach tortellini, cooked and cooled
2 pints cherry tomatoes
12 oz fresh Mozzarella, cubed
¼ cup fresh parsley, minced

Steps:

  • Mix together the olive oil, pesto and vinegar in a bowl.
  • On small skewers, thread 1 tortellini, 1 cherry tomato and 1 mozzarella cube per skewer. Lay the skewers on a platter and lightly drizzle the dressing over
  • Serve immediately or refrigerate. Sprinkle on the minced parsley just before serving.

TORTELLINI SKEWERS



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Pretty appetizer that is easy to make.

Provided by J Scholfield

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Antipasto Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 (20 ounce) package refrigerated tortellini
2 pints cherry tomatoes
½ cup pesto
toothpicks

Steps:

  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil; stir in tortellini. Cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the tortellini float to the top, 5 to 6 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  • Place tortellini, cherry tomatoes, and pesto in a large bowl; toss until evenly coated.
  • Skewer one tortellini and one tomato on each toothpick. Arrange on a tray. Keep refrigerated until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 207.9 calories, Carbohydrate 24.6 g, Cholesterol 23.7 mg, Fat 9 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 8.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 258.8 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

TORTELLINI APPETIZERS



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These cute kabobs from Pat Schmidt of Sterling Heights, Michigan will lend a little Italian flavor to any get-together. Cheese tortellini is marinated in salad dressing, then skewered on toothpicks along with stuffed olives, salami and cheese.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 25m

Yield 1-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 5

18 refrigerated cheese tortellini
1/4 cup fat-free Italian salad dressing
6 thin slices (4 ounces) reduced-fat provolone cheese
6 thin slices (2 ounces) Genoa salami
18 large pimiento-stuffed olives

Steps:

  • Cook tortellini according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. In a resealable plastic bag, combine the tortellini and salad dressing. Seal bag and refrigerate for 4 hours. , Place a slice of cheese on each slice of salami; roll up tightly. Cut into thirds. Drain tortellini and discard dressing. For each appetizer, thread a tortellini, salami roll-up and olive on a toothpick.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 63 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 267mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.

ITALIAN TORTELLINI KABOBS



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Enjoy these cheesy tortellini kabobs - delicious appetizers for your Italian cuisine night! A dish that's ready in just 30 minutes.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Appetizer

Time 30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

12 uncooked refrigerated or dried cheese-filled tomato- or spinach-flavor tortellini
1/4 cup drained roasted red bell peppers (from 7-ounce jar)
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
3 tablespoons Italian dressing
4-ounce piece salami, cut into twelve 1-inch wedges
2-ounce piece mozzarella cheese, cut into twelve 3/4-inch cubes
12 pieces marinated artichoke hearts (from two 6- to 7-ounce jars), drained
12 cherry tomatoes

Steps:

  • Cook and drain tortellini as directed on package; cool.
  • Place bell peppers in blender. Cover and blend until smooth. Add Parmesan cheese and Italian dressing. Cover and blend until smooth. Pour mixture into large plastic or glass bowl. Stir in tortellini, salami, mozzarella cheese, artichoke hearts and tomatoes.
  • Thread tortellini, mozzarella cheese, salami, artichoke hearts and tomatoes alternately on each of twelve 4- to 6-inch skewers. Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate up to 24 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 95, Carbohydrate 6 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Appetizer, Sodium 240 mg

FRESH MOZZARELLA TORTELLINI SKEWERS



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Try this simple Fresh Mozzarella appetizer for your next party.

Provided by BelGioioso Cheese

Time 23m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 ounces mini tortellini pasta
8 ounces BelGioioso Fresh Mozzarella cheese
1 leaf Fresh basil leaves
12 Grape tomatoes
8 wooden skewers
2 tablespoons Pesto dipping sauce, prepared

Steps:

  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil; stir in tortellini and return to a boil. Cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the tortellini float to the top and the filling is hot, about 3 minutes. Let cool completely.
  • If necessary, cut fresh mozzarella into 1-inch pieces. Thread Fresh Mozzarella, fresh basil leaves, tortellini and tomatoes onto skewers. Serve with prepared pesto as a dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 182 calories, Carbohydrate 14.7 g, Cholesterol 33.6 mg, Fat 9.3 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 9.8 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 221.8 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

ANTIPASTO KABOBS



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My husband and I met at a cooking class. We have loved creating menus and entertaining ever since. These make-ahead antipasto skewers are always a hit. -Denise Hazen, Cincinnati, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 35m

Yield 40 appetizers.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 package (9 ounces) refrigerated cheese tortellini
40 pimiento-stuffed olives
40 large pitted ripe olives
3/4 cup Italian salad dressing
40 thin slices pepperoni
20 thin slices hard salami, halved

Steps:

  • Cook tortellini according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. In a large bowl, combine the tortellini, olives and salad dressing. Toss to coat; cover and refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight., Drain mixture, discarding marinade. For each appetizer, thread a stuffed olive, a folded pepperoni slice, a tortellini, a folded salami piece and a ripe olive on a toothpick or short skewer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 66 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 315mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

Tips:

  • For the tortellini, choose a high-quality brand that uses fresh, flavorful ingredients.
  • If you can't find tortellini, you can substitute another type of pasta, such as penne or rotini.
  • To make the skewers, use sturdy wooden or metal skewers. Soak them in water for at least 30 minutes before using to prevent them from burning.
  • When assembling the skewers, alternate between tortellini, vegetables, and cheese. This will create a visually appealing and flavorful skewer.
  • To cook the skewers, grill them over medium heat for about 10 minutes, turning them occasionally. You can also bake them in the oven at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for about 15 minutes.
  • Serve the skewers with your favorite dipping sauce, such as marinara sauce, pesto sauce, or Alfredo sauce.

Conclusion:

Italian tortellini skewers are a quick and easy appetizer or main course that is perfect for any occasion. With a variety of flavors and textures, these skewers are sure to please everyone. So next time you're looking for a delicious and easy-to-make dish, give Italian tortellini skewers a try!

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