Tortellini with asparagus lemon is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines the delicate taste of tortellini with the fresh and tangy flavors of asparagus and lemon. This delightful pasta dish is not only visually appealing but also a treat for your taste buds. If you're looking for a simple yet elegant meal that's perfect for a special occasion or a casual weeknight dinner, this recipe is sure to impress.
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TORTELLINI WITH ASPARAGUS & LEMON
This is a terrific warm-weather dish, loaded with fresh flavors. I make mine meatless, but some sliced grilled chicken on top would be awesome, too. -Crystal Schlueter, Northglenn, Colorado
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Cook tortellini according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat butter and oil over medium-high heat. Add asparagus; cook and stir 3-4 minutes or until crisp-tender. Add garlic and pepper; cook 1 minute longer., Remove from heat; stir in herbs, lemon zest and lemon juice. Drain tortellini; transfer to a large bowl. Stir in cheeses and asparagus mixture.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 594 calories, Fat 28g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 94mg cholesterol, Sodium 843mg sodium, Carbohydrate 64g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 24g protein.
LEMON ASPARAGUS
My fiance loves this recipe. We often eat it with BBQ during the summer.
Provided by Emily
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Asparagus Baked
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Set oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler.
- Coat asparagus with vegetable and arrange on a baking sheet. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Roast in preheated oven until lightly browned at the tips, about 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, combine lemon juice, butter, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon black pepper in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in on high in microwave until butter is completely melted, about 1 minute; stir to combine. Pour butter mixture over roasted asparagus and toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 117.9 calories, Carbohydrate 7.4 g, Cholesterol 7.6 mg, Fat 9.9 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 2.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 604.6 mg, Sugar 2.8 g
TORTELLINI-ASPARAGUS SALAD
Make and share this Tortellini-Asparagus Salad recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Pammy Sue
Categories Vegetable
Time 15m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Cook tortellini according to package directions. Add asparagus and sweet pepper the last 2 minutes of cooking. Drain. Rinse tortellini & vegetables with cold water. Drain again.
- For dressing, in a screw-top jar combine lemon peel, lemon juice, oil, mustard, sugar, salt and garlic. Cover. Shake well. Refrigerate.
- In a large bowl place tortellini & vegetables. Add dressing and toss to coat. Cover and chill 2-8 hours.
- Just before serving stir in cheese, green onions and pine nuts.
LEMON-HERB ASPARAGUS CROSTINI
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories appetizer
Time 15m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 0
Steps:
- Toss 1/2 pound asparagus (trimmed and thinly sliced) with 2 tablespoons each lemon juice and chopped basil, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest and a pinch each of salt and red pepper flakes. Rub toasted baguette slices with a halved garlic clove. Top with ricotta, the asparagus and chopped chives.
CAVATELLI WITH ASPARAGUS, LEMON AND FRESH RICOTTA
Provided by Jeff Mauro, host of Sandwich King
Categories main-dish
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Place the woody stems from the asparagus in a food processor. Process until smooth. Transfer the pureed asparagus to a fine-mesh strainer set over a small bowl. Let the juices drain, 5 to 10 minutes, pressing down lightly on the puree with a wooden spoon occasionally. Reserve the juice and discard the pulp.
- Bring a large pot of generously salted water to a boil.
- Meanwhile, in a large bowl, whisk the ricotta, Parmesan and 1 tablespoon lemon juice with some salt and pepper. Add the lemon zest and set aside.
- Once the water has boiled, add the cavatelli and cook according to the package instructions until al dente.
- Meanwhile, add the olive oil to a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook until lightly golden, about 2 minutes. Remove the garlic, then add the sliced asparagus and saute until tender, 3 to 5 minutes. Drain the cavatelli directly into the skillet with the asparagus. Add about half of the asparagus juice and allow to simmer for 1 minute. Add the remaining asparagus juice and the remaining tablespoon lemon juice and cook until the pasta is glossy, about 1 minute. Transfer to a bowl and garnish with Pecorino-Romano, lemon zest, dollops of the whipped ricotta, basil and black pepper.
TORTELLINI WITH ASPARAGUS AND LEMON
This simple combo of tortellini with asparagus tossed in a flavorful lemon-garlic pan sauce makes a light and easy meatless dinner.
Provided by Lynne Webb
Categories Pasta
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Put a large pot of salted water on to boil for the tortellini.
- Preheat the oven to 425°F and liberally coat a large, rimmed baking sheet with nonstick spray.
- Trim the woody ends from the asparagus spears and peel away a bit of the outer skin toward the bottom to ensure tenderness and even cooking.
- Cut each of the spears into 3 or 4 pieces and toss with a little salt and pepper, and a drizzle of olive oil.
- Arrange the asparagus on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer and roast until tender, 8 to 10 minutes. (The exact timing will depend on the thickness of the spears.)
- While the asparagus roasts, heat the butter and 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a small frying pan over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3 to 4 minutes, until soft and translucent. Add the garlic and continue cooking until the mixture is pale golden in color, about 1 minute longer.
- Deglaze the pan with the white wine, scraping up any browned bits that may have accumulated on the bottom.
- Simmer for 1 to 2 minutes, then reduce the heat to low to keep warm.
- Cook the tortellini until tender, then drain.
- Add the asparagus to the garlic-onion mixture, combine and increase the heat to medium.
- Stir in the lemon juice, zest, and cream. Add the tortellini and toss to combine.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed, then transfer to a serving dish.
- Sprinkle with parsley, grind a little black pepper over the top and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 512 kcal, Carbohydrate 50 g, Protein 16 g, Fat 23 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Cholesterol 69 mg, Sodium 354 mg, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 5 g, UnsaturatedFat 10 g, ServingSize 1 serving
LEMONY TORTELLINI WITH PEAS AND PROSCIUTTO
Give tortellini a boost: Instead of tomato sauce, add prosciutto, peas, and lemon zest for a surefire hit.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Pork Recipes
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook tortellini until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water. Add peas to pot; drain pasta mixture, and set aside.
- In the same pot, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high heat; add prosciutto and garlic. Cook, stirring frequently, until browned, 2 to 4 minutes.
- Add pasta mixture, pasta water, 1 tablespoon oil, and lemon zest and juice; toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 703 g, Fat 21 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 31 g
CREAMY CHEESE TORTELLINI WITH ASPARAGUS
Provided by Paul Grimes
Categories Milk/Cream Pasta Kid-Friendly Quick & Easy Dinner Parmesan Asparagus Boil Gourmet Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Small Plates
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Boil broth with garlic, thyme, zest, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a large heavy skillet until reduced to about 1 cup, about 6 minutes. Discard thyme sprigs and zest.
- Meanwhile, cook tortellini in a pasta pot of boiling salted water (1 1/2 tablespoons salt for 4 quarts water) according to package directions. Drain.
- Stir cornstarch into cream, then whisk into broth. Bring to a simmer, whisking, then continue to simmer 1 minute. Add asparagus and simmer until crisp-tender, about 2 minutes. Stir in cheese and tortellini and cook, gently stirring, until heated through.
TORTELLINI AND ASPARAGUS IN GARLIC CREAM SAUCE
I had this dish at a restaurant and my husband insisted that I figure out how to make it, so here is my rendition. My husband says it tastes the same and it is his favorite dinner that I make. Hope you enjoy it as much as we do!
Provided by AHoff08
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 35m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat oil and melt butter over medium high heat.
- Add the onion and garlic and cook until onions are translucent.
- Add the flour to make a rue, cook for about 2 minutes.
- Add the half-and-half, chicken broth, parsley, salt, and pepper. Simmer until sauce thickens to desired consistency.
- Cook tortellini according to package directions.
- Cut asparagus into 2 inch pieces and steam.
- Combine cream sauce, ham, bacon, asparagus, and tortellini. Serve immediately.
CHEESE TORTELLINI WITH WALNUT-PARSLEY PESTO
The best pesto.
Provided by Foodie
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta Pesto Pasta Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place walnuts, oil, parsley, 3 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, garlic, salt, and pepper in a food processor or blender; pulse into a coarse puree.
- 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, 7 to 8 minutes. Drain tortellini, reserving 1/2 cup cooking water.
- Toss tortellini with 1/4 cup of the reserved pasta water, walnut pesto, and butter. Add more of the cooking water if mixture seems dry. Sprinkle with remaining 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese and pass more at the table.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 836.6 calories, Carbohydrate 57.1 g, Cholesterol 61.1 mg, Fat 60.7 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 22.2 g, SaturatedFat 13.2 g, Sodium 812.2 mg, Sugar 3.7 g
Tips:
- Choose the right tortellini. Fresh tortellini will cook more quickly than dried tortellini, so adjust your cooking time accordingly. If you're using dried tortellini, be sure to cook it until it's al dente, or slightly firm to the bite.
- Don't crowd the pan. When cooking the tortellini, be sure to give it enough space to move around in the pan. This will help it cook evenly and prevent it from sticking together.
- Add the asparagus at the right time. Asparagus cooks quickly, so it's important to add it to the pan towards the end of the cooking process. This will help it retain its crisp texture.
- Use a light hand with the lemon. Lemon can be a powerful flavor, so it's important to use it sparingly. A little bit of lemon zest and juice can go a long way in brightening up the dish.
- Serve immediately. Tortellini with asparagus is best served immediately, while the tortellini is still hot and the asparagus is still crisp.
Conclusion:
Tortellini with asparagus is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that's perfect for a quick weeknight meal. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a meal that's sure to impress your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a new recipe to try, give tortellini with asparagus a try. You won't be disappointed!
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