Spinach tortellini is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner. It is a classic Italian pasta dish that is made with a filling of spinach and ricotta cheese, and it is typically served with a tomato sauce. Alternatively, it can be served with a creamy sauce, such as Alfredo sauce, or with a simple butter and garlic sauce. Additionally, spinach tortellini can be used in soups, salads, and casseroles, making it a versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of dishes.
Here are our top 20 tried and tested recipes!
SPINACH AND TORTELLINI SOUP
A simple tomato-enhanced broth is perfect for cheese tortellini and fresh spinach. Increase the garlic and add Italian seasoning to suit your taste. -Debbie Wilson, Burlington, North Carolina
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 20m
Yield 6 servings (2 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Add garlic; cook and stir 1 minute. Stir in tomatoes, broth and Italian seasoning; bring to a boil. Add tortellini; bring to a gentle boil. Cook, uncovered, just until tortellini are tender, 7-9 minutes., Stir in spinach. Sprinkle servings with cheese and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 164 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 799mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.
CREAMY SPINACH TORTELLINI
Delicious tortellini is dressed up with tomatoes, mushrooms, spinach and a rich creamy sauce. A favorite pasta dish in our family!
Provided by JENNIFERVAN77
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Time 35m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cook tortellini according to package directions.
- Heat butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in onion; cook until soft and translucent. Mix in cream cheese, parmesan, milk, mushrooms, and spinach.
- Gently mix in tortellini and cherry tomatoes with skillet contents; warm through, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 546 calories, Carbohydrate 40.2 g, Cholesterol 116.2 mg, Fat 35 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 21.8 g, SaturatedFat 20.9 g, Sodium 670.6 mg, Sugar 4.8 g
SPINACH TOMATO TORTELLINI
An old boyfriend's mother used to cook this for me whenever I ate over. Cheese tortellini are served in a creamy tomato and spinach sauce. I love it!
Provided by LELA NORTON
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Time 40m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the tortellini, and cook until tender, about 10 minutes.
- While you get the tortellini going, combine the tomatoes, spinach, salt, pepper, basil and garlic in a large saucepan over medium heat. Cook and stir until the mixture begins to bubble.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, milk and cream. Stir this mixture into the saucepan along with the Parmesan cheese. Heat through, then reduce heat to low, and simmer until thick, about 2 minutes.
- Drain the tortellini, but do not rinse, then pour them into the saucepan with the sauce. Stir to coat, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 400 calories, Carbohydrate 43.9 g, Cholesterol 78.8 mg, Fat 19.7 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 14.8 g, SaturatedFat 11.1 g, Sodium 885.5 mg, Sugar 6.7 g
TORTELLINI TOMATO SPINACH SOUP
Steps:
- In a 3-quart soup pot, heat olive oil over medium high heat. Saute the onion and garlic, stirring often until onions are translucent, about 5 to 7 minutes. Add broth and tomatoes, turn heat up to high, and bring to a boil. Add the tortellini and cook according to package instructions. When tortellini is almost done, add spinach and taste, adjusting seasonings with salt and pepper. Serve immediately. Garnish each serving with a sprinkling of Parmesan.
SPINACH TORTELLINI SOUP
This is a recipe I got from a friend who's in culinary school. It's real simple and tastes even better the next day.
Provided by Nicole
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes Spinach Soup Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large pot over high heat, combine the spinach and chicken broth. Heat to boiling, then reduce heat to low. Stir in tortellini, and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the tortellini is cooked to desired tenderness. Season with basil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 223.6 calories, Carbohydrate 33.2 g, Cholesterol 28.1 mg, Fat 6 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 11.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 293.5 mg, Sugar 2.2 g
TORTELLINI SPINACH CASSEROLE
Spinach gives this popular casserole a fresh taste that will delight even those who say they don't like spinach. In fact, people are often surprised at just how good it is! Whenever I bring it to a gathering, it doesn't sit around long. -Barbara Kellen, Antioch, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 40m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. Cook tortellini according to package directions. , Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute mushrooms, garlic powder, onion powder and pepper in 1/4 cup butter until mushrooms are tender. Remove and keep warm. , In same skillet, combine milk and remaining butter. Bring to a gentle boil; stir in brick cheese until smooth. Drain tortellini; place in a large bowl. Stir in mushroom mixture and spinach. Add cheese sauce and toss to coat. , Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish; sprinkle with mozzarella cheese. Cover and bake 15 minutes. Uncover; bake 5-10 minutes longer or until heated through and cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 281 calories, Fat 19g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 64mg cholesterol, Sodium 378mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 15g protein.
SPINACH TORTELLINI SOUP
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories appetizer
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Bring the stock to a simmer in a large pot over medium heat. Stir in the tortellini and simmer gently for 3 minutes. Stir in the spinach, garlic, tomatoes and dried basil. Season with salt and pepper. Return to a simmer and cook for 2 to 3 more minutes. Serve hot with the grated Parmesan cheese.
TORTELLINI TOMATO SPINACH SOUP
Make and share this Tortellini Tomato Spinach Soup recipe from Food.com.
Provided by spatchcock
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 30m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a soup pot, heat olive oil over medium high heat.
- Saute the onion and garlic, stirring often until onions are translucent, about 5 to 7 minutes.
- Add broth and tomatoes, turn heat up to high, and bring to a boil.
- Add the tortellini and cook according to package instructions.
- When tortellini is almost done, add spinach and taste, adjusting seasonings with salt and pepper.
- Serve immediately.
- Garnish each serving with a sprinkling of Parmesan.
CHEESE TORTELLINI WITH CREAMY TOMATO AND SPINACH SAUCE
This is a copycat recipe from a local chain of restaurants. They took it off their menu, so I had to develop my own. It turned out so good, it might be just better than the original. Garnish with more basil and Parmesan.
Provided by dat1guy
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta Chicken
Time 55m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 12
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 but skin is nearly soft, about 2 minutes. Drain well.
- Slice sun-dried tomatoes thinly. Heat 1 tablespoon reserved tomato oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper and add to the skillet; saute until golden, 3 to 4 minutes. Add garlic and stir for 30 seconds. Pour in sun-dried tomatoes, diced tomatoes, cream, and white wine; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover skillet, and simmer until chicken is just cooked through, about 3 minutes.
- Transfer chicken to a separate dish. Add spinach and basil to the skillet and stir. Increase heat slightly and boil until sauce thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon, about 3 minutes. Season sauce with salt and pepper. Return chicken and cooked tortellini to skillet; cook and stir over medium heat until heated through, about 2 minutes more. Stir in Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 561.6 calories, Carbohydrate 33.6 g, Cholesterol 156.6 mg, Fat 37.3 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 20.2 g, SaturatedFat 21.8 g, Sodium 461.3 mg, Sugar 3.2 g
CHICKEN, SPINACH, AND TORTELLINI SOUP
This is a quick and easy 'what's in the pantry' soup. I used homemade chicken stock that I had in the freezer and leftover store-bought rotisserie chicken, but the tortellini soup is great with whatever you have on hand.
Provided by apurplerooster
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Noodle Soup Recipes
Time 1h30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Melt butter over medium-high heat in a soup pot. Add onion and 1/2 teaspoon salt; cook and stir until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Add garlic; cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in spinach. Cook until thawed and tender, 10 to 12 minutes.
- Pour chicken stock, cooked chicken, tomatoes, water, bay leaves, oregano, parsley, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper into the pot with the spinach. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and let simmer until reduced, about 40 minutes.
- While soup is simmering, 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 tortellini float to the top and filling is hot, about 10 minutes. Drain.
- Stir cooked tortellini into soup. Serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 365.8 calories, Carbohydrate 38 g, Cholesterol 74 mg, Fat 12.4 g, Fiber 5.7 g, Protein 28.6 g, SaturatedFat 5.1 g, Sodium 1204.9 mg, Sugar 3.2 g
CHEESE TORTELLINI WITH ITALIAN SAUSAGE AND MUSHROOM-SPINACH CREAM SAUCE
Cheesy tortellini in a creamy mushroom and spinach sauce with sausage.
Provided by Gary Long
Categories 100+ Pasta and Noodle Recipes Pasta by Shape Recipes Tortellini Recipes
Time 1h
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir sausage in the hot skillet until browned, about 10 minutes.
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add onion and garlic; saute until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat; add tomatoes, spinach, mushrooms, basil, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer, stirring as needed.
- Combine cream, milk, cheese, and flour in a bowl. Add to the tomato mixture and return to a simmer. Stir occasionally until reduced, about 15 minutes.
- While the sauce is reducing, bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add tortellini and boil gently until tender, about 6 minutes. Drain the tortellini. Mix with the tomato sauce and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 467.8 calories, Carbohydrate 37.8 g, Cholesterol 78.5 mg, Fat 27.7 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 19 g, SaturatedFat 13.4 g, Sodium 884.7 mg, Sugar 5.1 g
CHICKEN & SPINACH TORTELLINI SOUP
Shredded rotisserie chicken is complemented by fresh green spinach and cheese tortellini in this quick-to-fix soup. It makes a great starter or a light meal with a salad and crusty bread. -Charlene Chambers, Ormond Beach, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 25m
Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven, saute mushrooms in butter until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer., Add broth and bring to a boil. Stir in tortellini; return to a boil. Cook for 7-9 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally. Add the chicken, spinach and pepper; cook until spinach is wilted. Sprinkle each serving with 1 teaspoon cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 287 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 90mg cholesterol, Sodium 1130mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 27g protein.
TORTELLINI ALFREDO WITH FRESH SPINACH
Creamy, delicious tortellini Alfredo with spinach.
Provided by Christina Gutierrez
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes Pasta Sauce Recipes Creamy Alfredo Pasta Sauce Recipes
Time 35m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Fill a large pot with 2 quarts water and 1 teaspoon salt 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, 10 to 12 minutes.
- Meanwhile, heat cream cheese, milk, butter, 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a large saucepan over medium heat; stir until cheeses have melted and sauce is smooth, 5 to 7 minutes. Reduce heat to low, add spinach, and stir occasionally until spinach has wilted, about 3 minutes.
- Drain tortellini, add to the sauce, and stir to combine. Garnish with tomato and remaining Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 366.1 calories, Carbohydrate 29.8 g, Cholesterol 76.9 mg, Fat 22.6 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 12.8 g, SaturatedFat 13.5 g, Sodium 727.7 mg, Sugar 3.6 g
SPINACH CHEESE TORTELLINI
In Greenbrier, Arkansas, Jamie Staggs whips up this creamy pasta dish for potlucks. "It's a hit at every gathering," she says. "I serve it from the slow cooker to keep it warm."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cook tortellini according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute mushrooms in butter until tender. Add the spinach and tomato; cook and stir for 3 minutes. Stir in the remaining ingredients., Bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes or until cheese is melted, stirring occasionally. Drain tortellini; add to skillet. Cook 2-3 minutes or until bubbly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 378 calories, Fat 27g fat (16g saturated fat), Cholesterol 77mg cholesterol, Sodium 674mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 12g protein.
SPINACH AND TORTELLINI SALAD
Enjoy this as an entree or a side salad on a warm summer evening. Try it with garlic breadsticks.
Provided by lvich
Categories Salad 100+ Pasta Salad Recipes Vegetarian Pasta Salad Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook pasta until al dente, rinse under cold water and drain.
- In a large bowl, combine the tortellini, spinach, cheese, tomatoes and olives. Add enough salad dressing to coat. Toss and season with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 377.1 calories, Carbohydrate 33.1 g, Cholesterol 17.2 mg, Fat 23.2 g, Fiber 5.3 g, Protein 13.1 g, SaturatedFat 5.4 g, Sodium 1420.2 mg, Sugar 5.6 g
SAUSAGE AND SPINACH TORTELLINI SOUP
My husband's grandmother used to make this soup with her own homemade sausage and tortellini. Since the recipe has been passed down, we don't hand make those ingredients, but this version is almost as good as hers. It's also an excellent way to get the kids to eat spinach!-Joyce Lulewicz, Brunswick, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 40m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a small saucepan, cook sausage over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Add onion; cook and stir until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in broth and water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes., Return to a boil. Reduce heat, add spinach and tortellini; cook until tortellini is tender, 7-9 minutes. Sprinkle with cheese. If desired, top with crushed red pepper flakes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 354 calories, Fat 19g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 64mg cholesterol, Sodium 1360mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 23g protein.
CREAMY CHICKEN, SPINACH AND TORTELLINI SOUP
It is turning cold here in AK fast, so in desperate need of a warming, filling dinner in a hurry, I threw this hearty soup together with ingredients I had on hand. DH absolutely loved it and requested that it become a regular part of our winter soup rotation :)
Provided by under12parsecs
Categories Weeknight
Time 40m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- In a soup pot, heat oil over medium high heat. Add onion and carrot and saute until onion is translucent. Add garlic, bay leaf, herbs, chili flakes, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt and pepper. Saute 1 minute more.
- Add chicken stock (or broth, or water and bullion) and and extra bullion if using. Simmer for 10 minutes. Add uncooked tortellini and simmer according to package directions in the soup.
- Add cream of chicken soup, chicken (I use leftover roast tenderloins that had been marinated in buttermilk, garlic, thyme, dijon mustard and salt), and spinach and simmer until heated through. Add milk and simmer just until heated. Serve and enjoy!
SPINACH TOMATO TORTELLINI SOUP
Tortellini, spinach and tomatoes are a pleasing combination in this tasty soup. Don't forget the sprinkle of Parmesan cheese-it adds a special touch! Cindy Politowicz of Northville, Michigan shares the recipe.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings (about 2 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, saute onion and garlic in oil until tender. Add the broth, water, sugar, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Add tortellini; cook for 7-9 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally. , Reduce heat. Stir in tomatoes and spinach; heat through. Just before serving, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 206 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 782mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 11g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
EASY TORTELLINI SPINACH SOUP
This is the easiest soup you will ever make-believe me! I always keep the ingredients on hand, so if I'm feeling under the weather or just plain busy I can throw together this comforting soup in a flash. -Angela Lively, Conroe, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 25m
Yield 8 servings (3 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place the first 5 ingredients in a 6-qt. stockpot; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 10 minutes., Return to a boil. Add tortellini; cook, uncovered, until meatballs are heated through and tortellini are tender, 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in spinach until wilted. Serve immediately. If desired, top with cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 177 calories, Fat 8g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 949mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 12g protein.
SPINACH AND RICOTTA TORTELLINI
Ricotta and spinach make the most classic vegetarian pairing in Italian cooking. In the traditional tortellini di magro, it's used also as filling for tortellini, the famous ring-shaped stuffed egg pasta from Bologna served in a clear beef stock for Christmas or any special occasion. This version, with green spinach dough and a vegetarian filling is a very much appreciated alternative to the classic recipe. Serve with your favorite sauce. Great with a simple butter and sage sauce or with your regular tomato sauce.
Provided by Alemarsi
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Time 1h43m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place spinach, water, and a pinch of salt in a pot over medium-high heat; cover pot and cook until spinach is completely wilted, 2 to 3 minutes. Drain and squeeze out all the water; let spinach cool to room temperature in a colander.
- Soften ricotta cheese in a large bowl using a fork until creamy.
- Squeeze out any excess water from the cooled spinach. Finely chop spinach with a knife or process in a blender. Transfer to the bowl with ricotta. Add Parmesan cheese, egg, nutmeg, salt, and pepper; mix well.
- Divide pasta dough into 6 equal pieces. Take 1 piece and cover the rest with plastic wrap. Flatten the piece between your palms and press through the widest setting of your pasta machine. Sprinkle flour over flattened pasta dough, fold in half lengthwise, and run through the pasta machine again. Repeat this process 3 or 4 times, always flouring, folding, and passing through the widest setting until dough is smooth and even in size.
- Change pasta machine to the middle setting and pass dough through. Move pasta machine setting to the next to the last setting and pass dough through. Cut the sheet in half, widthwise. Pass each half through the pasta machine in the thinnest and last setting, creating 2 long and very thin sheets; gently transfer to a floured work surface, trimming edges. Cut into 2 even rectangles.
- Cut dough into 1 1/2-inch squares. Drop a teaspoon of ricotta filling in the middle of each square. Brush the edges with water and fold over diagonally into a triangle shape. Press well to squeeze out any air. Stretch the 2 ends of the triangle and a fold them together, wrapping them around your finger; seal. Gently fold back the top corner.
- Transfer the tortellini to a floured plate or work surface. Proceed the same way with remaining dough and filling. Let tortellini stand for 30 minutes.
- Bring a pot of generously salted water to a boil; cook tortellini, working in batches, until they float, 6 to 7 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 167.1 calories, Carbohydrate 26.4 g, Cholesterol 19.2 mg, Fat 3.2 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 8.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 132.7 mg, Sugar 0.6 g
Tips:
- Fresh is best: Use fresh spinach for the best flavor and texture. If you're using frozen spinach, be sure to thaw it completely and squeeze out any excess water before using.
- Don't overcook the tortellini: Tortellini should be cooked until it is al dente, or slightly firm to the bite. Overcooked tortellini will be mushy and bland.
- Use a flavorful sauce: The sauce is what really makes this dish special, so be sure to use a sauce that you love. A simple tomato sauce, Alfredo sauce, or pesto sauce are all great options.
- Add some vegetables: Vegetables add color, flavor, and nutrients to this dish. Some good options include sun-dried tomatoes, roasted red peppers, or sautéed mushrooms.
- Serve with a side of bread or salad: Spinach tortellini is a hearty dish, but it can be even more satisfying when served with a side of bread or salad.
Conclusion:
Spinach tortellini is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner. It's easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a few simple tips, you can make a spinach tortellini dish that is sure to impress your family and friends.
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