Low Fat Baked Tortellini with Tomato Cream Sauce

Indulge in the comforting flavors of this Low Fat Baked Tortellini with Tomato Cream Sauce, a lightened-up version of a classic Italian favorite. Perfectly tender cheese tortellini bakes to golden perfection in a rich, velvety tomato cream sauce made with low-fat cream cheese and aromatic dried herbs like basil and oregano. This one-skillet recipe is as easy as it is satisfying, requiring just 15 minutes of prep time and minimal cleanup. Finished with a generous sprinkle of Parmesan and fresh basil, it’s a guilt-free pasta bake that’s ideal for weeknight dinners or casual entertaining. Serve this irresistible dish straight from the oven alongside a crisp side salad or garlic bread to complete the meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Cheese tortellini
• 2 teaspoons Olive oil
• 3 Garlic cloves, minced
• 800 grams Canned crushed tomatoes
• 120 grams Low-fat cream cheese
• 120 milliliters Vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon Dried basil
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 50 grams Grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh basil for garnish

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).

Step 2

Cook the cheese tortellini according to the package instructions, then drain and set aside.

Step 3

In a large ovenproof skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and add minced garlic. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the crushed tomatoes, low-fat cream cheese, and vegetable broth to the skillet. Stir until the cream cheese has melted and the sauce is smooth.

Step 5

Add dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper into the skillet and mix well. Simmer the sauce for about 5 minutes.

Step 6

Add the cooked tortellini to the sauce in the skillet, tossing to coat evenly.

Step 7

Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the top.

Step 8

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes or until the sauce is bubbling and the cheese is golden brown.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes. Garnish with chopped fresh basil before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1635.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2196.4

Total Fat 95.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 41.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.8g
Cholesterol 252.9mg	0%
Sodium 4610.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 247.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.2g	0%
Total Sugars 43.0g
Protein 93.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1534.0mg	0%
Iron 13.0mg	0%
Potassium 3266.0mg	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: 38.5%

Protein: 16.9%

Carbs: 44.6%