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Tortellini and Green Beans

May 24, 20223 Comments

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Tortellini and Green Beans ~ Quick and easy dinner with simple ingredients. Ready to serve in 15 minutes!  via @thiswifecooks

Tortellini and Green Beans ~

Tortellini tossed with green beans, garlic, and simple seasonings. This quick and easy dinner is ready to serve in 15 minutes or less!

Tortellini and Green Beans ~ Quick and easy dinner with simple ingredients. Ready to serve in 15 minutes!

Easy Tortellini Recipe

I like this recipe because it is perfect for busy weeknights when you don’t feel much like cooking but still need to get an easy and satisfying dinner on the table!

This dinner came about after we had just returned from being out of town for several days. You know the scene. The fridge is practically emply and no one wants to go grocery shopping yet. I was in full post-travel mode where all I wanted to do was relax and recharge from our trip. Oh, the irony.

We had been living on restaurant food and frankly, I was tired of it and ready to eat at home. A quick search of our overstuffed freezer revealed two packages of frozen tortellini and a bag of green beans I couldn’t remember why I had purchased. I don’t normally have frozen vegetables, other than peas, on hand so who knows? Anyway, this seemed like a good time to make use of them.

Tortellini and Green Beans ~ Quick and easy dinner with simple ingredients. Ready to serve in 15 minutes!

I love an easy pasta dinner and this one came together in a snap. And because we love our carbs around here, garlic bread, also from the freezer, rounded out the meal nicely. The family was happy and fed in no time and I didn’t have to go to the grocery store. Win-win.

Ingredients for Tortellini and Green Beans

  • 18 ounces vegan tortellini
  • 2 tablespoons vegan butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 16 ounces French-style frozen green beans, thawed and drained
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

Ingredient Notes

  • Vegan Tortellini: My current favorite dairy-free tortelliini is made by Kitehill. It comes in 9 ounce packages so you’ll need two, and is usually located in the vegan frozen foods section. Ravioli would also work well with this recipe.
  • Vegan Butter: Olive oil will also work in a pinch.
  • Garlic: Using pre-minced garlic is an easy way to save on prep time.
  • Frozen Green Beans: Personally, I prefer the texture of French-style green beans for this recipe but regular green beans are fine. If you use fresh green beans, just make sure to pre-cook them prior to adding to the pan.
  • Salt and Pepper: As always, season to taste.
Tortellini and Green Beans ~ Quick and easy dinner with simple ingredients. Ready to serve in 15 minutes!

Optional Add-Ins

  • More Veggies! Fresh tomatoes, sauteed bell peppers, peas, pre-cooked and chopped asparagus – all good choices!
  • Vegan sausage: Pre-cooked Italian sausage is a flavorful and “meaty” way to bulk up this dish.
  • Parmesan Cheese: Sprinkle a little dairy-free cheesiness over the top just prior to serving.
  • Red Pepper Flakes: Adds a touch of heat for those that like a spicier kick.

How to Make Tortellini and Green Beans

STEP ONE: Cook the tortellini according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water; set aside.

STEP TWO: In a large deep skillet over medium-high heat, melt the butter. Add garlic and saute for 30 seconds.

STEP THREE: Add green beans. Season with salt and pepper then toss gently to coat.

STEP FOUR: Stir in the tortellini and cook for 2 minutes, stirring frequently until heated through. Adjust seasoning to taste.

STEP FIVE: Transfer to serving bowls and serve hot.

Tortellini and Green Beans ~ Quick and easy dinner with simple ingredients. Ready to serve in 15 minutes!

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Tortellini and Green Beans ~ Quick and easy dinner with simple ingredients. Ready to serve in 15 minutes!
Tortellini and Green Beans ~ Quick and easy dinner with simple ingredients. Ready to serve in 15 minutes!

Tortellini and Green Beans

A quick and easy dinner with simple ingredients. Perfect for busy weeknights!
5 from 7 votes
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: dairy free, pasta, quick and easy, vegan, vegetarian
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 478kcal
Author: Holly Gray
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Ingredients

  • 18 ounces vegan tortellini
  • 2 tablespoons vegan butter
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 16 ounces French-style frozen green beans thawed and drained
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions

  • Cook the tortellini according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water; set aside.
  • In a large deep skillet over medium-high heat, melt the butter. Add garlic and saute for 30 seconds.
  • Add green beans. Season with salt and pepper then toss gently to coat.
  • Stir in the tortellini and cook for 2 minutes, stirring frequently until heated through. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  • Transfer to serving bowls and serve hot.

Nutrition

Calories: 478kcal | Carbohydrates: 64g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 48mg | Sodium: 897mg | Potassium: 257mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 1051IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 229mg | Iron: 4mg
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  1. nancy

    May 26, 2022 at 6:47 pm

    5 stars
    always a great idea adding extra veggies in the pasta. I love this well balanced meal

    Reply
  2. Ruth

    May 26, 2022 at 9:05 pm

    5 stars
    My family and I loved this recipe. It was so easy to make and super tasty!

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  3. Katie

    May 27, 2022 at 1:12 pm

    5 stars
    I am so obsessed with this recipe! I’ve been making it non stop recently, because it’s so easy and delicious!

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