Tortellini Primavera

Tortellini Primavera is a vibrant Italian-inspired pasta dish featuring cheese-filled tortellini tossed with a colorful medley of fresh spring vegetables like asparagus, peas, and bell peppers. The dish is typically finished in a light, buttery or olive oil-based sauce, often with a hint of lemon and Parmesan cheese, making it a celebration of seasonal produce. While 'primavera' means 'spring' in Italian, the dish itself is a popular Italian-American creation.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is moderately high in carbohydrates from the pasta and provides a good source of protein from the cheese filling and vegetables. It offers key nutrients like Vitamin C, Vitamin K, and potassium from the vegetables, with a typical serving ranging from 450-550 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	500 kcal
Protein	18 g
Carbs	55 g
Fat	22 g
Fiber	6 g
Sugar	5 g
Sodium	680 mg
Vitamin C	30 mg
Vitamin K	45 mcg
Potassium	380 mg
Vitamin A	1200 IU
Calcium	180 mg
Iron	3.2 mg
Folate	90 mcg
Magnesium	40 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, Tortellini Primavera is a perfect example of Italian-American culinary innovation, adapting traditional Italian ingredients into a fresh, vegetable-forward dish. Nutritionally, it's interesting because the variety of colorful vegetables provides a wide spectrum of antioxidants and phytonutrients in one meal.