Low Fat Pesto Tortellini

Elevate your weeknight dinner with this vibrant and creamy Low Fat Pesto Tortellini recipe—comfort food without the guilt! Featuring tender spinach and ricotta tortellini tossed in a luscious homemade pesto made with fresh basil, baby spinach, garlic, and low-fat Parmesan, this dish is a healthier twist on a classic Italian favorite. The addition of pine nuts, a touch of lemon juice, and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil balance the flavors perfectly while keeping the dish light and fresh. Ready in just 25 minutes and packed with wholesome ingredients, this easy-to-make meal is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Serve it with a side salad and extra grated Parmesan for a satisfying, crowd-pleasing dinner. Searching for a quick and healthy pasta dinner? This low-fat pesto tortellini is your answer!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 300 g Spinach and Ricotta Tortellini
• 2 cups Fresh Basil Leaves
• 1 cup Baby Spinach
• 2 large Garlic Cloves
• 0.5 cup Low-fat Parmesan Cheese
• 2 tbsp Pine Nuts
• 2 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• 2 tbsp Water
• 1 tbsp Lemon Juice
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.25 tsp Black Pepper

Directions

Step 1

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

Step 2

2. Add the tortellini to the boiling water and cook for about 6-8 minutes or according to the package instructions until al dente.

Step 3

3. While the tortellini is cooking, prepare the pesto. In a food processor or blender, combine the fresh basil leaves and baby spinach.

Step 4

4. Add the garlic cloves, low-fat Parmesan cheese, and pine nuts to the food processor.

Step 5

5. Pulse the mixture several times to chop the ingredients roughly.

Step 6

6. While the processor is running, slowly add extra virgin olive oil and water until the pesto becomes smooth and creamy.

Step 7

7. Add lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to the pesto and blend for another 10 seconds.

Step 8

8. Drain the cooked tortellini and return it to the pot.

Step 9

9. Toss the tortellini with the pesto until well coated. Adjust seasoning with extra salt or pepper if needed.

Step 10

10. Serve immediately with an extra sprinkle of low-fat Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(525.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1307.2

Total Fat 68.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 19.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.8g
Cholesterol 110mg	0%
Sodium 3086.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 117.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.2g	0%
Total Sugars 7.0g
Protein 51.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1057.3mg	0%
Iron 10.0mg	0%
Potassium 940.2mg	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: 48.0%

Protein: 15.8%

Carbs: 36.2%