Shrimp Tortellini with Garlic Sauce: A Deliciously Easy Weeknight Meal
A quick and satisfying meal featuring succulent shrimp and tender tortellini, all tossed in a flavorful garlic sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces cheese tortellini
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt to taste
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes; sauté for about 1 minute.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook until they turn pink, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Toss in the cooked tortellini and mix well. Season with salt and stir in the parsley.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes according to your spice preference.
- This dish pairs well with a side salad or garlic bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
Keywords: Shrimp, Tortellini, Garlic Sauce, Easy Meal, Weeknight Dinner