Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh or frozen pasta tortellini (cheese or spinach-filled)
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Start by boiling a large pot of salted water. Prepare the shrimp by peeling and deveining if necessary, and chop the spinach.
- Add tortellini to boiling water and cook until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add shrimp, season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired. Cook until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
- Add remaining olive oil to the same skillet. Cook minced garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute. Pour in heavy cream and simmer. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add chopped spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes. Return shrimp to skillet, mix, and heat through. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Combine cooked tortellini with the sauce, tossing gently to coat. Cook together for 2 more minutes to meld flavors.
Notes
- Use fresh or frozen tortellini as preferred; cook according to package instructions for best results.
- For a spicier flavor, increase red pepper flakes or add chopped chili peppers.
- To make the dish dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with coconut milk or almond cream.
- For an added nutritional boost, incorporate extra vegetables like mushrooms or cherry tomatoes.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Seafood, Vegetarian option available
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 1 1/2 cups)
- Calories: 520 Kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 180mg