3 Cheese Tortellini Roasted Pepper Zucchini Spinach Recipe

Ingredients for 3 Cheese Tortellini Roasted Pepper Zucchini Spinach

• Cheese Tortellini
• Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• 1/2 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 1 medium zucchini, diced
• Roasted Red Pepper
• 5 ounces baby spinach
• Fresh Tomato
• Fresh Ground Black Pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
• Cherry Tomatoes

How to Make 3 Cheese Tortellini Roasted Pepper Zucchini Spinach

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil.
2. Add 1 lb. cheese tortellini and cook according to package directions until al dente. Reserve about 1/2 cup of pasta cooking water before draining.
3. While tortellini cooks, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
4. Sauté 1/2 medium yellow onion (finely chopped) for 5 minutes until softened.
5. Add 1 medium zucchini (diced) and 1 cup roasted red peppers (diced) to the skillet. Cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes (optional).
7. Add 5 ounces baby spinach and sauté for 1 minute, or until wilted.
8. Add the drained tortellini to the skillet and toss to combine with the vegetables. Add a little pasta water if needed to create a light sauce.
9. Stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh tomatoes (optional).
10. Serve immediately, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese (optional).