Tortellini di Ricotta e Spinaci con Salsa di Pomodoro

Tortellini di Ricotta e Spinaci con Salsa di Pomodoro is a delightful vegan dish featuring homemade spinach and ricotta tortellini served with a rich tomato sauce. This comforting meal is perfect for a cozy dinner and showcases the flavors of Italy in a plant-based way.

Ingredients

• All-purpose flour - 200 grams
• Water - 100 ml
• Spinach - 100 grams
• Vegan ricotta cheese - 150 grams
• Nutritional yeast - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Canned crushed tomatoes - 400 grams
• Basil leaves - a handful, fresh
• Sugar - 1 teaspoon

Steps

1. In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt. Gradually add water and knead until a smooth dough forms. Wrap in plastic wrap and let it rest for 30 minutes.
2. While the dough is resting, wash and blanch the spinach in boiling water for 2 minutes. Drain and chop finely.
3. In a bowl, mix the chopped spinach with vegan ricotta, nutritional yeast, salt, and pepper until well combined.
4. Roll out the dough on a floured surface until thin (about 1-2 mm thickness). Cut into squares (about 10 cm x 10 cm).
5. Place a small spoonful of the spinach and ricotta mixture in the center of each square. Fold the dough over to form a triangle, sealing the edges tightly. Then, bring the two corners of the triangle together to form a tortellini shape.
6. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
7. Add the crushed tomatoes, sugar, and basil leaves to the pot. Simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
8. Meanwhile, bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the tortellini in the boiling water for 3-4 minutes or until they float to the surface.
9. Drain the tortellini and add them to the tomato sauce. Toss gently to coat the tortellini with the sauce.
10. Serve warm, garnished with additional fresh basil if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 75 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in fiber from spinach and tomato, promoting digestive health.
• Rich in plant-based protein from vegan ricotta and spinach.

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