Creamy Lemon Tortellini

Close up of pasta dish. Garnished with lemon slices.

Course: Main

Cuisine: American

Keyword: tortellini recipe

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 15

Total Time: 20

Servings: (heaping 1 cup servings)

Calories: 430kcal

Author: Malinda Linnebur

Indulge in the luscious and tangy flavor of this easy-to-make creamy lemon tortellini recipe. Savor the rich and silky texture of the velvety lemon parmesan sauce that coats every inch of the cheese tortellini and fresh spinach. This mouthwatering dish can be whipped up in no time, taking less than 30 minutes from start to finish.

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Ingredients

1 (20oz) (567g) cheese tortellini
2 tablespoons butter
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
zest and juice of 1 large lemon
1 cup (235ml) heavy whipping cream
1 cup (115g) grated parmesan cheese
2 cups (70g) baby spinach

Instructions

In a large pot of SALTED boiling water, cook the pasta according to the package directions.
While the pasta is preparing, saute the onion with the butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat until soft. Stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice, heavy cream, and ½ cup pasta water.
Stir in the parmesan cheese and simmer for 2 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the tortellini and spinach.

Notes

STORAGE: Store cooled leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
NUTRITION FACTS: Since different brands of ingredients have different nutritional information, the information shown is just an estimate. This website is not intended as nutritional advice, or a diet or health plan. Readers of this website are ultimately responsible for all decisions pertaining to their health.

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