Low Carb Pesto Tortellini
Indulge in a deliciously guilt-free twist on a classic Italian favorite with this Low Carb Pesto Tortellini recipe! Perfect for health-conscious foodies or those following keto or gluten-free diets, this dish replaces traditional pasta with tender zucchini ribbons, artfully folded around a creamy ricotta and Parmesan filling. Lightly sautéed for just the right amount of bite, these zucchini tortellini are bathed in a vibrant basil pesto sauce that’s bursting with fresh, herbaceous flavor. Finished with toasted pine nuts for a nutty crunch and garnished with fragrant basil leaves, this quick and easy recipe is ready in just 40 minutes and serves as an elegant dinner or a crowd-pleasing appetizer. Savor the perfect harmony of textures and flavors, all while keeping your carb count in check!
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Ingredients
- 4 large Zucchini
- 1 cup Ricotta cheese
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 large Egg yolk
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 cup Basil pesto sauce
- 2 tablespoons Pine nuts, toasted
- 0 Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
Directions
Step 1
Using a spiralizer, create zucchini noodles by spiraling 4 large zucchinis. Set aside.
Step 2
In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup of ricotta cheese, 0.5 cup of grated Parmesan cheese, 1 large egg yolk, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, and 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper. Mix until well combined.
Step 3
Lay a zucchini noodle flat, and place about 1 teaspoon of the ricotta mixture at one end. Fold over the noodle to enclose the filling, forming a small parcel. You may need to fold the noodles in half if they are too long.
Step 4
Continue forming tortellini parcels with the remaining ingredients.
Step 5
Heat a large skillet over medium heat, and add the prepared zucchini tortellini parcels. Cook for about 2-3 minutes per side or until the zucchini is tender but still slightly firm.
Step 6
Reduce the heat to low, and add 0.5 cup of basil pesto sauce to the skillet, gently stirring to coat the tortellini evenly.
Step 7
Remove from heat, and transfer to serving plates.
Step 8
Top with 2 tablespoons of toasted pine nuts and garnish with fresh basil leaves.
Step 9
Serve immediately and enjoy your low carb pesto tortellini!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1444.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1500.6 |
| Total Fat 102.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 35.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.8g | |
| Cholesterol 394.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 12319.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 100.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 10.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 73.1g | |
| Protein 66.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 18.2IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1821.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2747.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories