High Protein Homemade Beef Tortellini

Elevate your pasta nights with this High Protein Homemade Beef Tortellini, a hearty and satisfying recipe that's perfect for fitness enthusiasts and pasta lovers alike. Made entirely from scratch, this dish combines silky, hand-rolled pasta dough with a flavorful filling of seasoned ground beef, creamy ricotta, parmesan, fresh spinach, and a hint of nutmeg for warmth. The tender tortellini are carefully folded into their iconic shape and cooked to perfection in just minutes. Packed with protein and bursting with flavor, this recipe offers a healthier, gourmet alternative to store-bought options. Serve these delightful pasta pockets with your favorite marinara or a drizzle of olive oil for a meal that's sure to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:60 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 4 large Eggs
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 pound Ground beef
• 1 cup Ricotta cheese
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese
• 1 cup Spinach
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.125 teaspoon Nutmeg
• 1 Egg (for sealing pasta)

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing the pasta dough. On a clean surface, create a mound with the flour and make a well in the center. Crack 3 eggs into the well, add olive oil, and salt.

Step 2

Gradually mix the flour into the eggs using a fork, pulling it from the edges of the well. Continue until it forms a rough dough.

Step 3

Knead the dough for about 8-10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. Wrap it in plastic wrap and let it rest for 30 minutes.

Step 4

While the dough rests, prepare the filling. Heat a skillet over medium heat, add ground beef, and cook until browned. Drain excess fat.

Step 5

Add minced garlic and spinach to the skillet with the beef and sauté until spinach is wilted.

Step 6

Remove from heat and let it cool slightly. Combine the beef mixture with ricotta, parmesan, black pepper, and nutmeg in a mixing bowl. Stir until well combined.

Step 7

Cut the rested dough into four pieces. Using a pasta machine or rolling pin, roll out each piece to a thinness where you can slightly see your hand through the dough.

Step 8

Cut the rolled dough into 3-inch squares. Place a teaspoon of filling in the center of each square.

Step 9

Beat the remaining egg for sealing. Brush the edges of the dough lightly with the beaten egg. Fold the dough over the filling to make a triangle and press the edges to seal.

Step 10

Hold the two opposite corners of the triangle and fold them around to form the tortellini shape, pressing tightly to seal.

Step 11

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add tortellini and cook for 3-5 minutes, until they float to the surface and are tender.

Step 12

Drain and serve with your preferred sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1288.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2932.9

Total Fat 161.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 67.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g
Cholesterol 1445.4mg	0%
Sodium 2437.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 204.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.3g	0%
Total Sugars 2.5g
Protein 177.2g	0%

Vitamin D 204IU	0%
Calcium 1697.0mg	0%
Iron 24.0mg	0%
Potassium 2103.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 48.7%

Protein: 23.8%

Carbs: 27.5%