Tortellini di Pesce

Tortellini di Pesce is a delightful vegetarian twist on traditional seafood pasta, featuring handmade tortellini stuffed with a blend of fresh vegetables and seaweed. This dish is light yet flavorful, perfect for seafood lovers looking for a plant-based option.

Ingredients

• All-purpose flour - 200 grams
• Eggs - 2 large
• Spinach - 100 grams (fresh)
• Ricotta cheese - 150 grams
• Seaweed (nori or wakame) - 10 grams (dried)
• Garlic - 2 cloves (minced)
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Cherry tomatoes - 150 grams (halved)
• Vegetable broth - 250 ml
• Parmesan cheese - 30 grams (grated)
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh basil - for garnish

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine flour and eggs to form a dough. Knead for about 10 minutes until smooth, then wrap in plastic and let it rest for 30 minutes.
2. In a separate bowl, mix ricotta cheese, finely chopped spinach, and crumbled seaweed. Season with salt and black pepper, then set aside.
3. Roll out the dough into thin sheets using a pasta machine or rolling pin. Cut into squares of about 5cm x 5cm.
4. Place a teaspoon of the filling in the center of each square. Fold the square into a triangle and press the edges to seal. Then, bring the two corners of the triangle together to form a tortellini shape.
5. In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Cook the tortellini for about 3-4 minutes until they float to the surface. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.
6. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add halved cherry tomatoes and cook for 5 minutes until softened.
7. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a simmer. Add the cooked tortellini and gently toss to coat in the sauce.
8. Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 18 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 650 mg
• Cholesterol: 150 mg
• Total Fat: 16 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein from ricotta and eggs, supporting muscle health.
• Contains antioxidants from tomatoes and basil, promoting overall health.

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