Tortellini Appetizers

Tortellini Appetizers
40 min.
13
233kcal

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Looking for a delightful and easy-to-make appetizer that's sure to impress your guests? Look no further! These Tortellini Appetizers are the perfect blend of flavors and textures, making them a versatile choice for any occasion. Whether you're hosting a casual get-together or a fancy dinner party, these bite-sized treats are sure to be a hit.

With a total preparation time of just 40 minutes, these appetizers are ideal for those short on time but big on taste. Plus, they're both a crowd-pleaser and a conversation starter, thanks to their unique combination of ingredients and the fun, interactive way they're served.

Each Tortellini Appetizer is a delicious balance of protein, fat, and carbs, with a caloric breakdown of 7.33% protein, 72.6% fat, and 20.07% carbs. This makes them a satisfying snack that won't leave your guests feeling weighed down or overly full.

To create these mouth-watering morsels, you'll need a few simple ingredients, most of which you likely already have in your pantry. The star of the show is the spinach tortellini, which is combined with juicy grape tomatoes and a homemade pesto dip that's sure to become your new go-to.

So why wait? Gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to wow your friends and family with these delectable Tortellini Appetizers. Whether you're looking for a side dish, antipasti, starter, or snack, this recipe is sure to satisfy your taste buds and your hunger for something new and exciting.

Ingredients

  •  garlic clove peeled
  • pint grape tomatoes 
  • cup mayonnaise 
  • 0.3 cup milk 
  • tablespoons olive oil divided
  • 0.3 cup parmesan cheese grated
  • 0.1 teaspoon pepper 
  • 0.3 cup basil pesto prepared
  • ounces spinach tortellini refrigerated

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • toothpicks
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Place garlic cloves on a double thickness of heavy-duty foil; drizzle with 1 tablespoon oil. Wrap foil around garlic.
  2. Bake at 425° for 20-25 minutes or until tender. Cool for 10-15 minutes.
  3. Meanwhile, cook tortellini according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. Toss with remaining oil; set aside.
  4. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, cheese, milk, pesto and pepper. Mash garlic into pesto mixture; stir until combined.
  5. Alternately thread tortellini and tomatoes onto toothpicks.
  6. Serve with pesto dip. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts

Calories233kcal
Protein7.33%
Fat72.6%
Carbs20.07%

Properties

Glycemic Index
14.46
Glycemic Load
0.59
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
4.1221738820491%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.25mg
Kaempferol
0.04mg
Myricetin
0.06mg
Quercetin
0.23mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:232.83kcal
11.64%
Fat:18.87g
29.03%
Saturated Fat:3.56g
22.28%
Carbohydrates:11.74g
3.91%
Net Carbohydrates:10.65g
3.87%
Sugar:1.99g
2.22%
Cholesterol:19.08mg
6.36%
Sodium:291.37mg
12.67%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.29g
8.57%
Vitamin K:32.35µg
30.81%
Vitamin A:490.51IU
9.81%
Calcium:74.28mg
7.43%
Vitamin E:1.09mg
7.23%
Vitamin C:5.27mg
6.39%
Fiber:1.09g
4.35%
Manganese:0.06mg
3.12%
Phosphorus:30.73mg
3.07%
Potassium:104.27mg
2.98%
Iron:0.53mg
2.96%
Vitamin B6:0.05mg
2.32%
Selenium:1.29µg
1.84%
Folate:6.47µg
1.62%
Copper:0.03mg
1.43%
Vitamin B2:0.02mg
1.43%
Magnesium:5.68mg
1.42%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.35%
Zinc:0.2mg
1.34%
Vitamin B12:0.07µg
1.2%
Vitamin B3:0.23mg
1.15%