My Roasted Lemon Parmesan Tortellini with Broccoli comes together quickly and only requires a few main ingredients. The tangy lemon garlic parmesan sauce is packed with flavor and gives this cozy tortellini dinner a refreshing bite. You only need about 30 minutes to get this delicious meal on the table.
Sometimes the best dinners are the ones that come together on a whim, when you don’t have many ingredients to choose from. Cheese tortellini and broccoli are two ingredients I almost always have on hand, and when combined, they make a protein- and fiber-packed dinner that comes together quickly. The garlicky lemon parmesan sauce pulls everything together and adds a springy freshness to this hearty vegetarian dinner. Enjoy with bread and a side salad for a full meal.
Why You’ll Love This Cozy Pasta Recipe
- Minimal ingredients needed – Broccoli and tortellini are the two main ingredients in this recipe. And the sauce is made with pantry staples like olive oil, fresh lemons, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic, and tamari.
- Packed with flavor – The lemon-garlic parmesan sauce comes together easily and is full of flavor. You can also adjust the amount of each ingredient to your tastes. For example, add extra garlic if you’re a big garlic lover.
- Easy to make – Refrigerated tortellini is such a great ingredient to have on hand for quick dinners. The tortellini and broccoli cook in just a few minutes, then get tossed in a lemony sauce and roasted in the oven until golden brown. This is a dinner I turn to often when I don’t want to spend much time in the kitchen.
Roasted Tortellini Recipe Tips
- Add extra protein and fiber by tossing in a can of beans. I like to use either white beans or chickpeas in this recipe and mix them with the cooked tortellini, broccoli, and lemon-parmesan sauce before roasting.
- Make your tortellini a little spicy by adding some red pepper flakes or Calabrian chili paste to the sauce. You can also add extra freshly cracked black pepper.
- Add extra veggies by using a spinach or butternut squash-filled tortellini. You can also add cauliflower to the broccoli for extra variety.
Lemon Parmesan Tortellini Recipe Ingredients
- Tortellini – I like to use the refrigerated cheese tortellini, pictured above. I love the texture and flavor of the fresh pasta and cheeses, but frozen or even dried tortellini can be used as well. If using frozen or dried, you may need to cook them a little longer than the recipe suggests.
- Broccoli – I used fresh broccoli, cut into small florets, for this recipe. Frozen broccoli can be used instead, though. If using frozen broccoli, add it directly to the sheet pan with the partially cooked tortellini and lemon sauce.
- Sauce – The flavorful sauce is made using extra virgin olive oil, grated parmesan cheese, fresh lemon juice and zest, tamari (or soy sauce), freshly minced garlic, salt, and freshly cracked black pepper.
How To Make Roasted Lemon Parmesan Tortellini with Broccoli
- Heat oven to 425 degrees F and lay out a large sheet pan. Fill a large pot with water, place the lid on, and bring to a boil. Once water is boiling, add in the fresh tortellini, broccoli florets, and a big pinch of salt. Stir together, then wait for the water to return to a boil. Once boiling, cook for just about 30 seconds longer. You don’t want either to be overcooked.
- Drain the broccoli and tortellini, then let them sit for a few minutes until the steam has mostly evaporated. Make the sauce. To a medium-sized bowl, add all of the sauce ingredients and then whisk well until fully combined. Dump the tortellini and broccoli onto the large sheet pan and then pour over the lemon parmesan sauce. Use a spatula or your hands to toss everything together until the tortellini and broccoli are well coated.
- Place in the preheated oven and bake until the tortellini and broccoli begin to brown, 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through. Remove from the oven and top with extra parmesan cheese and fresh lemon juice, if desired. Season with salt and black pepper, to taste.
Recipe Frequently Asked Questions
- Make this recipe gluten-free by using gluten-free tortellini.
- Make this recipe vegan by using vegan tortellini and Parmesan cheese.
- Do the tortellini and broccoli have to be boiled beforehand? You could probably get away without boiling the broccoli beforehand, but I think it is important to let the tortellini pasta cook for just a few minutes in hot water before putting it in the oven. This helps it soften in a way I’m not sure the oven would do on its own.
- Can other vegetables be added? Yes, feel free to add more veggies with the broccoli to bulk up this pasta dish a little more. Cauliflower or green peas would be great options.
- How long do leftovers last? If stored in an air-tight container in the refrigerator, leftovers should last about 4-5 days. Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop.
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Roasted Lemon Parmesan Tortellini with Broccoli
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
My Roasted Lemon Parmesan Tortellini with Broccoli comes together quickly and only requires a few main ingredients. The tangy lemon garlic parmesan sauce is packed with flavor and gives this cozy tortellini dinner a refreshing bite. You only need about 30 minutes to get this delicious meal on the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (18 oz) bag fresh cheese tortellini
- 6-8 cups small broccoli florets
Lemon Parmesan Sauce
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese (like you would put on pizza)
- 3-4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon zest
- 2 teaspoons tamari, or soy sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
Instructions
- Heat oven to 425 degrees F and lay out a large sheet pan. Fill a large pot with water, place the lid on and bring to a boil. Once water is boiling, add in the fresh tortellini, broccoli florets and a big pinch of salt. Stir together, wait for water to come back up to a boil. Once boiling, cook for just about 30 seconds longer. You don’t want either to be overcooked.
- Drain the broccoli and tortellini and let sit for a few minutes, until the steam has mostly evaporated. Make the sauce. To a medium sized bowl, add all of the sauce ingredients and then whisk well, until fully combined. Dump the tortellini and broccoli onto the large sheet pan and then pour over the lemon parmesan sauce. Use a spatula, or your hands, to toss everything together until tortellini and broccoli are well coated.
- Place in the pre-heated oven and bake until tortellini and broccoli are beginning to brown, 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through. Remove from the oven and top with extra parmesan cheese and fresh lemon juice, if desired. Season with salt and black pepper, to taste.
Notes
You may want to use 1/3 cup olive oil instead of 1/4 cup if you are adding beans or extra vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Boiling, Roasting
- Cuisine: American
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