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Cheese Tortellini with Summer Veggies

Cheese Tortellini with Summer Veggies
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Cheese Tortellini with Summer Veggies is a vibrant and satisfying dish perfect for warm days. This easy recipe combines rich cheese tortellini with a medley of fresh summer vegetables like zucchini, corn, and grape tomatoes, all enveloped in a flavorful herby marinara sauce. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. With its bright colors and delicious tastes, this dish not only pleases the palate but also brings a burst of summer to your dinner table. Whether served as a main course or a side dish, Cheese Tortellini with Summer Veggies is sure to impress family and friends alike.

Ingredients

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  • 20 oz refrigerated three cheese tortellini
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 ears corn, kernels removed
  • 2 cups grape tomatoes
  • 2 medium zucchini, sliced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 ¼ cups marinara sauce
  • Fresh basil and parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Cook the tortellini in lightly salted boiling water for about 2 minutes less than package instructions.
  2. In a large sauté pan, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sauté chopped onion for about 3 minutes until soft. Add corn and cook for another 2 minutes.
  3. Stir in grape tomatoes and cook until they soften (about 3 minutes). Then add zucchini and garlic; cook until tender (6-8 minutes).
  4. Drain tortellini (reserve some pasta water); combine with the vegetable mixture and marinara sauce over low heat for 1-2 minutes.
  5. Season with salt and pepper; mix in basil, parsley, and half of the parmesan. Serve hot topped with remaining parmesan.

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