Warm up with a bowl of tortellini soup or toss them into a salad. No matter how you like to use the filled pasta, here are 40 tortellini recipes to help you get your fix.
28 Ways to Get Your Tortellini Fix
Tortellini Carbonara
Bacon, cream and Parmesan cheese make a classic pasta sauce that’s absolutely heavenly. It’s a delightful option for company! —Cathy Croyle, Davidsville, Pennsylvania
1/28
2/28
Fried Prosciutto Tortellini
Total Time
45 min
Servings
about 3-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
My take on Italian street food, these fried tortellini are crunchy, gooey good. For the sauce, use the best quality tomatoes you can find. —Angela Lemoine, Howell, New Jersey
Nutrition Facts:
1 appetizer: 48 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 10mg cholesterol, 98mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.
3/28
Chicken & Broccoli Rabe Soup with Tortellini
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
10 servings (3-1/2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
With chicken, pasta and a bold tomato broth, this hearty and inviting soup is like a big comforting hug in a bowl! —Cynthia Gerken, Naples, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/3 cups: 328 calories, 13g fat (4g saturated fat), 72mg cholesterol, 1058mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 28g protein.
4/28
Tortellini & Shrimp Skewers with Sun-Dried Tomato Sauce
Total Time
45 min
Servings
32 appetizers
From the Recipe Creator:
These fresh skewers and tasty sauce will have guests nibbling all night! —Cacie Biddle, Bridgeport, West Virginia
Nutrition Facts:
1 appetizer with 1 tablespoon sauce: 88 calories, 6g fat (3g saturated fat), 36mg cholesterol, 112mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 5g protein.
5/28
Tortellini Bake
Total Time
40 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
One year I had so much summer squash, I was desperate for different ways to prepare it. That's when I came up with this recipe. Serve it as a side dish or on its own as a light meal. —Donald Roberts, Amherst, New Hampshire
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 219 calories, 10g fat (5g saturated fat), 38mg cholesterol, 362mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 10g protein.
6/28
Bacon Tortellini Bake
Total Time
40 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I stirred up this easy tortellini bake and figured if we all like it, others might, too. Broccoli and bacon add color and crunch to this creamy casserole. —Amy Lents, Grand Forks, North Dakota
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 522 calories, 23g fat (11g saturated fat), 80mg cholesterol, 1084mg sodium, 52g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 4g fiber), 29g protein.
7/28
Cheese Tortellini Primavera
Total Time
40 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My pasta with veggies is quick enough for a weeknight dinner with the kids but also elegant when you have a dinner party with grownups. —Christine Hadden, Whitman, Massachusetts
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 436 calories, 17g fat (9g saturated fat), 62mg cholesterol, 875mg sodium, 53g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 5g fiber), 21g protein.
8/28
Tortellini Primavera Soup
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Years ago, I found the idea for tortellini with peas and carrots in a magazine. I added my own touch to it. —Kari George, Ellicott City, Maryland
Nutrition Facts:
2-1/4 cups: 282 calories, 6g fat (3g saturated fat), 28mg cholesterol, 1461mg sodium, 43g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 5g fiber), 17g protein.
9/28
Festive Fall Tortellini Toss
Total Time
35 min
Servings
12 servings (2/3 cup each)
From the Recipe Creator:
Fall is my favorite season and I love the foods of autumn, such as mushrooms, squash, apples and walnuts. I combined these all with pasta to make a delicious side dish perfect for sharing at a potluck; the recipe can easily be doubled and can be served either warm or at room temperature. —Roxanne Chan, Albany, California
Nutrition Facts:
2/3 cup: 148 calories, 7g fat (2g saturated fat), 13mg cholesterol, 109mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1 medium-fat meat.
10/28
Italian Beef Tortellini Stew
Total Time
2 hours 10 min
Servings
6 servings (2-1/4 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
This is my first completely original recipe—and it turned out to be awesome! It’s a hefty, rich stew, full of veggies, tender beef, a splash of red wine and simply wonderful flavors. —Tammy Munyon, Wichita, Kansas
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups: 416 calories, 16g fat (5g saturated fat), 68mg cholesterol, 642mg sodium, 43g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 7g fiber), 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 starch, 2 lean meat, 1-1/2 fat.
11/28
Tortellini & Chicken Caesar Salad
Total Time
25 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My family loved this pasta salad right from the start, so these days I serve it a lot. When grilling season hits, I grill the chicken as a special treat. —Lee Reese, Rolla, Missouri
Nutrition Facts:
2-2/3 cups: 601 calories, 34g fat (9g saturated fat), 99mg cholesterol, 1539mg sodium, 39g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 5g fiber), 33g protein.
12/28
Antipasto Skewers
Total Time
35 min
Servings
40 appetizers
From the Recipe Creator:
My husband and I met at a cooking class. We have loved creating menus and entertaining ever since. These make-ahead antipasto skewers are always a hit. —Denise Hazen, Cincinnati, Ohio
Nutrition Facts:
1 kabob: 66 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 9mg cholesterol, 315mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein.
13/28
Sausage and Spinach Tortellini Soup
Total Time
40 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My husband’s grandmother made this soup with her own homemade sausage and tortellini. We don’t make those ingredients these days, but we’re so happy to have the passed-down recipe—this version is almost as good as hers. It's also an excellent way to get the kids to eat spinach! —Joyce Lulewicz, Brunswick, Ohio
Nutrition Facts:
1-3/4 cups: 354 calories, 19g fat (8g saturated fat), 64mg cholesterol, 1360mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 23g protein.
14/28
Layered Veggie Tortellini Salad
Total Time
30 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Tortellini and a Parmesan dressing give this layered salad an unexpected twist. It's great for a potluck. —Dennis Vitale, New Preston, Connecticut
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 286 calories, 20g fat (6g saturated fat), 32mg cholesterol, 374mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 8g protein.
15/28
Saucy Chicken & Tortellini
Total Time
6 hours 25 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This heartwarming dish is something I threw together years ago for my oldest daughter. When she's having a rough day, I put on the slow cooker and prepare this special recipe. —Mary Morgan, Dallas, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/4 cups: 437 calories, 15g fat (7g saturated fat), 91mg cholesterol, 922mg sodium, 44g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 5g fiber), 31g protein.
Here are some more stuffed pasta recipes for when you have some extra time to spend in the kitchen.
16/28
Shrimp Tortellini
Total Time
20 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
No matter how you toss 'em, shrimp and thyme play nicely with any spring-fresh vegetable. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/4 cups: 413 calories, 17g fat (4g saturated fat), 165mg cholesterol, 559mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 2 starch, 2 fat.
17/28
Tortellini Soup
Total Time
40 min
Servings
6 servings (2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
This is my favorite soup recipe. It's quick to fix on a busy night and full of healthy, tasty ingredients. It originally called for spicy sausage links, but I've found that turkey sausage, or even ground turkey breast, is just as good. —Tracy Fasnacht, Irwin, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/3 cups: 203 calories, 8g fat (2g saturated fat), 40mg cholesterol, 878mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 16g protein.
18/28
Tortellini with Asparagus & Lemon
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This is a terrific warm-weather dish, loaded with fresh flavors. I make mine meatless, but some sliced grilled chicken on top would be awesome, too. —Crystal Schlueter, Northglenn, Colorado
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/4 cups: 594 calories, 28g fat (15g saturated fat), 94mg cholesterol, 843mg sodium, 64g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 5g fiber), 24g protein.
19/28
Turkey Tortellini Toss
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
One night I had frozen cheese tortellini on hand but didn’t have a clue about what I was going to make. I scanned my cupboards and refrigerator, and soon I was happily cooking away. So fresh-tasting and simple, this is a combination I turn to again and again! —Leo Parr, New Orleans, Louisiana
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups: 332 calories, 20g fat (8g saturated fat), 101mg cholesterol, 449mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 32g protein.
20/28
Tortellini Caesar Salad
Total Time
20 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This salad was served at a dear friend's baby shower by a health-conscious friend, who suggested the dressing be prepared with low-fat or fat-free ingredients. Either way, the creamy dressing has plenty of garlic flavor and coats the pasta, romaine and croutons nicely. —Tammy Steenbock, Sembach Air Base, Germany
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup (calculated without tomatoes): 237 calories, 14g fat (4g saturated fat), 17mg cholesterol, 327mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 8g protein.
21/28
Beef Tortellini
Total Time
20 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This tortellini dish is a one-skillet-wonder the family craves. From browning beef to cooking the pasta and melting the cheese, everything happens in one pan. You can add basil or chives for a touch of freshness. —Juli Meyers, Hinesville, Georgia
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups: 566 calories, 28g fat (13g saturated fat), 111mg cholesterol, 899mg sodium, 37g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 39g protein.
22/28
Lemony Tortellini Bacon Salad
Total Time
20 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Who says summer meals have to be complicated? We love this tangy, simple and tasty salad on warm summer nights. Add a cold glass of lemonade or iced tea and dinner couldn’t be easier. —Samantha Vicars, Kenosha, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup salad with 2 cups greens: 484 calories, 40g fat (7g saturated fat), 32mg cholesterol, 693mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 4g fiber), 11g protein.
23/28
Mushroom Tortellini Soup
Total Time
25 min
Servings
6 servings (2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
This colorful veggie soup gets all bulked up thanks to cheesy tortellini. It's a real comfort on a cold or rainy day. —Jen Lucas, Baldwinville, Massachusetts
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/3 cups (calculated without cheese): 261 calories, 10g fat (3g saturated fat), 14mg cholesterol, 1084mg sodium, 32g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 10g protein.
24/28
Creamy Tomato Tortellini with Sausage
Total Time
25 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
No one will believe that just three ingredients make up this tomato sauce that tastes like it bubbled away all day on top of the stove. It’s that good. —Jennifer Eggert, Scottsdale, Arizona. Looking for more? Try this delicious creamy tortellini soup.
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/3 cups: 298 calories, 13g fat (6g saturated fat), 49mg cholesterol, 824mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 17g protein.
25/28
Spinach Tortellini Soup
Total Time
20 min
Servings
6 servings (2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
A simple tomato-enhanced broth is perfect for cheese tortellini and fresh spinach. Increase the garlic and add Italian seasoning to suit your taste. —Debbie Wilson, Burlington, North Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/3 cups: 164 calories, 5g fat (2g saturated fat), 18mg cholesterol, 799mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 7g protein.
26/28
Cheese Tortellini with Tomatoes and Corn
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Fresh corn and basil make this dish taste like summer. I think it's a good one for bringing to picnics or gatherings, but it's great along with any side dish for a weeknight dinner! —Sally Maloney, Dallas, Georgia
Nutrition Facts:
1-3/4 cups: 366 calories, 12g fat (4g saturated fat), 30mg cholesterol, 286mg sodium, 57g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 5g fiber), 14g protein.
27/28
Zesty Chicken Tortellini Soup
Total Time
50 min
Servings
6 servings (2-1/2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
I love coming home knowing this soup is waiting for me. Don't hesitate to toss in whatever veggies you have on hand. —Nancy Latulippe, Simcoe, Ontario
Nutrition Facts:
1-2/3 cups: 310 calories, 11g fat (4g saturated fat), 86mg cholesterol, 1097mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 29g protein.
28/28
Herbed Artichoke Cheese Tortellini
Total Time
30 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This flavor-packed meatless recipe features tomatoes, black olives and artichoke hearts tossed with tender cheese tortellini. —Karen Anzelc, Peoria, Arizona
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/4 cups: 474 calories, 28g fat (7g saturated fat), 29mg cholesterol, 975mg sodium, 45g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 3g fiber), 11g protein.
