Browned Butter Three-Cheese Tortellini and Broccoli

Health score
11%
Browned Butter Three-Cheese Tortellini and Broccoli
25 min.
4
436kcal

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Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our Browned Butter Three-Cheese Tortellini and Broccoli, a dish that perfectly balances rich flavors and wholesome ingredients. This recipe is not only quick to prepare, taking just 25 minutes, but it also serves as a versatile option for lunch, dinner, or even as a side dish for your next gathering.

The star of this dish is the three-cheese tortellini, which brings a creamy, savory richness that pairs beautifully with the vibrant green broccoli florets. The magic truly happens when you brown the butter, transforming it into a nutty, aromatic sauce that elevates the entire dish. The addition of fresh sage and garlic infuses the butter with an earthy depth, while a hint of lemon peel adds a refreshing brightness that ties all the flavors together.

With a satisfying caloric count of 436 kcal per serving, this meal is not only delicious but also nourishing. Whether you're cooking for yourself or entertaining guests, this Browned Butter Three-Cheese Tortellini and Broccoli is sure to impress. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to create a comforting dish that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • oz tortellini refrigerated
  • 12 oz broccoli florets frozen
  • 0.5 cup butter unsalted (do not use margarine or vegetable oil spreads)
  • tablespoons sage fresh finely chopped
  • clove garlic finely chopped
  • teaspoon lemon zest grated
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • microwave
  • dutch oven

Directions

  1. In 4-quart Dutch oven, cook and drain tortellini as directed on package; cover to keep warm.
  2. Meanwhile, microwave broccoli as directed on package.
  3. In same Dutch oven, melt butter over medium-high heat, stirring frequently. Cook 2 to 5 minutes longer, stirring often, until butter stops foaming and browned bits form at bottom of pan.
  4. Remove from heat.
  5. Stir sage, garlic, lemon peel and salt into browned butter. Gently fold in cooked tortellini and broccoli.

Nutrition Facts

Calories436kcal
Protein11.15%
Fat58.24%
Carbs30.61%

Properties

Glycemic Index
28
Glycemic Load
13.8
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
19.913912796456%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.68mg
Kaempferol
6.67mg
Myricetin
0.06mg
Quercetin
2.79mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:436.46kcal
21.82%
Fat:28.91g
44.47%
Saturated Fat:16.54g
103.4%
Carbohydrates:34.19g
11.4%
Net Carbohydrates:29.27g
10.64%
Sugar:3.28g
3.64%
Cholesterol:85.25mg
28.42%
Sodium:599.01mg
26.04%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:12.45g
24.91%
Copper:9.14mg
457.15%
Vitamin C:76.74mg
93.02%
Vitamin K:88.75µg
84.52%
Vitamin A:1239.26IU
24.79%
Manganese:0.49mg
24.58%
Fiber:4.92g
19.68%
Calcium:158.91mg
15.89%
Iron:2.61mg
14.49%
Folate:54.52µg
13.63%
Vitamin E:1.32mg
8.82%
Potassium:292.22mg
8.35%
Vitamin B6:0.16mg
7.99%
Vitamin B2:0.11mg
6.71%
Phosphorus:65.26mg
6.53%
Magnesium:23.8mg
5.95%
Vitamin B5:0.52mg
5.25%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.83%
Selenium:2.52µg
3.6%
Zinc:0.44mg
2.94%
Vitamin D:0.43µg
2.84%
Vitamin B3:0.56mg
2.81%