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Green Goddess Tortellini

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by: Mommy’s Home Cooking
Updated May 25, 2017
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This Green Goddess Tortellini is fabulous! It’s easy (starts with cheese-filled tortellini from the store) and delicious (absolutely packed with fresh ingredients and flavor), and it’s sure to be your new favorite weeknight meal.

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  • I like to keep frozen tortellini and ravioli in my freezer for dinner emergencies. All you’ll need is a yummy sauce, and voila…dinner is on the table in less than 30 minutes. It doesn't get easier than that! The green goddess pesto, as I call it, is inspired by the famous salad dressing. It's made with spinach, mint and basil. I decided to add yogurt instead of mayo, to make it healthier, and the final result was a creamy and flavorful sauce. There’s so much flavor, and it pairs amazingly with my go-to tortellini from the store. It’s a sensational meal that goes from the stove to your plate in no time flat. Happy cooking!

Green Goddess Tortellini

  • Prep Time 5 min
  • Total 15 min
  • Servings 4
  • Ingredients 11
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Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups fresh baby spinach leaves
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint leaves
  • 1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons refrigerated basil pesto
  • 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
  • 2-4 canned anchovies
  • 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 package (12 oz) tortellini, cooked
  • Freshly shredded Parmesan cheese, for serving (optional)

Instructions

  • Step 
    1
    Place spinach, basil, mint, yogurt, pesto, 2 tablespoons olive oil, anchovies and black pepper in a food processor. Cover; pulse until well combined.
  • Step 
    2
    Heat remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add tomatoes and sauté for 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Step 
    3
    Add tortellini and spinach mixture; toss gently to coat. Serve with Parmesan cheese, if desired.

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