Spinach and Ricotta Tortellini

Spinach and Ricotta Tortellini Recipe

On busy days when you just don’t feel like cooking, a bowl of comforting Spinach and Ricotta Tortellini may be just what you need. To save time, store-bought tortellini is cooked directly in a rich garlicky sauce. The best part? This pasta dish is made entirely in one pot and takes less than 15 minutes from start to finish! You can top your tortellini with freshly grated parmesan and enjoy it as a complete meal on its own, but a simple side salad or garlic bread would make great additions.

Can you make Spinach and Ricotta Tortellini ahead of time?

Refrigerate for up to 3 days in an airtight container.

Is Spinach and Ricotta Tortellini suitable for leftovers?

Spinach and Ricotta Tortellini can be frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw completely in the fridge overnight before use. Reheat in the microwave.

Spinach and Ricotta Tortellini Recipe

Spinach and Ricotta Tortellini

Author: Nicole
5 from 2 votes
“… it’s just so easy & delicious.”
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This super fast Spinach and Ricotta Tortellini recipe is a creamy, comforting vegetarian pasta special that's on the table in under 15 minutes – perfect for a busy weeknight dinner. It's all cooked in just one pan, and the leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
Prep 2 minutes
Cook 10 minutes
Total 12 minutes
Servings: 4 people

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp freshly minced garlic
  • 700 g (1.5 lb) passata
  • 1 tsp sea salt flakes
  • ½ tsp freshly cracked black pepper
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 500 g (1.1 lb) fresh ricotta and spinach tortellini (from the refrigerator aisle at the supermarket)
  • ¼ bunch basil leaves, picked
  • 50 g (½ cup) freshly grated parmesan

Instructions

  • Heat the oil in a large, deep frying pan over medium–high heat. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  • Add the passata and 1 cup (250 ml) of water to the pan.
  • Add the salt, pepper and sugar and bring to the boil.
  • Add the tortellini directly to the pan, place the lid on, reduce to the lowest heat setting and cook for 2 minutes.
  • Turn off the heat and stir through the fresh basil.
  • Serve topped with parmesan.

Nutrition information

Nutrition Facts
Spinach and Ricotta Tortellini
Amount per Serving
Calories
589
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
22
g
34
%
Saturated Fat
 
7
g
44
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
8
g
Cholesterol
 
70
mg
23
%
Sodium
 
1494
mg
65
%
Potassium
 
807
mg
23
%
Carbohydrates
 
77
g
26
%
Fiber
 
7
g
29
%
Sugar
 
13
g
14
%
Protein
 
25
g
50
%
Vitamin A
 
1382
IU
28
%
Vitamin C
 
19
mg
23
%
Calcium
 
385
mg
39
%
Iron
 
5
mg
28
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Disclaimer re gluten-free and dairy-free recipes

Recipe notes

MAKE AHEAD

Refrigerate for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw completely in the fridge overnight before use. Reheat in the microwave. 

LEFTOVERS

Refrigerate for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw completely in the fridge overnight before use. Reheat in the microwave. 

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Course entrees, Main Course, pasta
Cuisine Italian, Mediterranean
  1. 5 stars
    highly recommend for a quick meal. sauce is delicious with the tortellini. I recommended adding a box of cherry tomatoes and other things to be more filling. partner didn’t know there wasn’t meat (meatlover) and he loved it. thanks for your hard work in making easy recipes and making our job easier by doing meal plans. saves a lot of time.

    • Hi Caz, so happy you enjoyed this! 🙌🏻 I totally agree … it’s so yummy that you don’t miss the meat. Love the sound of the extra cherry toms. Thank you so much for your beautiful comments and the rating, too, they mean so much. 🥰 Nic x

  2. 5 stars
    Amazing, easy meal. Whole family enjoyed it.
    Will definitely be a regular when I just can’t be bothered cooking as it’s just so easy & delicious.

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Disclaimer re gluten-free and dairy-free recipes 

For recipes labelled ‘gluten-free’ or ‘dairy-free’, the ingredients included in the recipe are typically gluten- or dairy-free. However, it is the user’s responsibility to carefully check the ingredient panels on the specific brands of products purchased and used. Simple Home Edit cannot be held responsible for any adverse reactions.