Description
Indulge in a rich and creamy bowl of Creamy Spinach Tortellini, a delightful dish that brings together the cheesy goodness of tortellini and the freshness of vibrant spinach, all enveloped in a luscious creamy sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends, this recipe is both quick and satisfying, coming together in just 20 minutes. With its gooey melted mozzarella and comforting flavors, it’s sure to please everyone at your table. Customize it with your favorite proteins or vegetables for an even more personalized meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 15 oz cheese tortellini
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 1/3 cup milk
- 2/3 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup grated mozzarella
- 1 1/2 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1 small tomato, chopped
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 2 scallions, chopped
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the cheese tortellini according to package instructions. Alternatively, heat olive oil in a large deep pan over medium-high heat, add the tortellini, and sauté until golden brown (about 1 minute).
- Reduce heat and stir in milk; combine for about 1 minute.
- Add sour cream and stir continuously for 2–3 minutes until thickened.
- Mix in garlic, scallions, tomato, spinach, and parsley; season with black pepper.
- Stir in grated mozzarella until melted and the sauce thickens. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve immediately topped with Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: For added flavor, use fresh herbs like basil or thyme. Feel free to mix in cooked chicken or roasted chickpeas for extra protein. Adjust sour cream quantity based on desired creaminess.