Caprese Tortellini
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Caprese Tortellini
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This Caprese Tortellini is made with cheese Tortellini tossed with sauteed garlic and tomatoes in extra virgin olive oil, fresh basil, and fresh mozzarella and spices. This fresh tortellini caprese pasta is perfect for summer!
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Ingredients
- 9 to 10 ounces cheese tortellini
- 3 Tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 pint grape tomatoes (red, orange, and yellow)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/3 cup fresh basil leaves (chopped)
- 8 ounces Fresh Mozzarella Balls *
- balsamic glaze
Instructions
- Start by boiling water in a large pot to cook the cheese tortellini. Generously salt the water to infuse the salt into the tortellini as it cooks. Cook according to package instructions.
- Cut tomatoes in half lengthwise. Heat a large skillet over low heat. Drizzle in olive oil. Add tomatoes and garlic. Cook the garlic and tomatoes in extra-virgin olive oil on low heat until softened, about 7-10 minutes. The low heat will ensure that the garlic doesn't burn!
- In a large bowl, toss the cooked tortellini with the tomato mixture and stir in fresh basil. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- For extra flavor, toss the fresh mozzarella in olive oil and sprinkle with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. For extra flavor, drizzle with balsamic glaze. This is important for layering flavors within the pasta. Once the mozzarella has been seasoned, toss with tortellini.
- Place in a pasta bowl and drizzle with more olive oil and balsamic glaze.
- This can be served warm or cold, depending on preference. For some extra nuttiness, sprinkle with freshly grated parmesan cheese.
Notes
- Cheese Tortellini -- find this in the refrigerated section of the grocery store.
- Grape Tomatoes -- I love to use a variety of colors from red to orange to yellow tomatoes.
- Fresh Mozzarella Balls -- use fresh mozzarella balls or dice up a fresh mozzarella ball.
- Balsamic Glaze -- it is a balsamic vinegar reduction so it is thicker and slightly sweeter than balsamic vinegar. You can use a splash of balsamic vinegar instead if you can't find balsamic glaze or make your own homemade balsamic glaze.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
325kcal
(16%)
Carbohydrates
23g
(8%)
Protein
16g
(32%)
Fat
19g
(29%)
Saturated Fat
7g
(35%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
8g
Cholesterol
46mg
(15%)
Sodium
815mg
(34%)
Potassium
230mg
(7%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
4g
(8%)
Vitamin A
1009IU
(20%)
Vitamin C
12mg
(13%)
Calcium
265mg
(27%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 325 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 325kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 23g | 8% |
| Protein | 16g | 32% |
| Fat | 19g | 29% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Cholesterol | 46mg | 15% |
| Sodium | 815mg | 34% |
| Potassium | 230mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 1009IU | 20% |
| Vitamin C | 12mg | 13% |
| Calcium | 265mg | 27% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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21 reviews
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