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    Home » Recipes » Course » Main Dishes » Spinach Parmesan Tortellini Bake

    Spinach Parmesan Tortellini Bake

    February 17, 2022 by Valerie Brunmeier

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    This easy Spinach Parmesan Tortellini Bake is a satisfying meatless meal for a busy weeknight. It has only four ingredients and takes just minutes to put together.

    An over the top shot of tortellini with spinach in a bowl and a casserole dish.

    I’ve been having more and more of those days when the to-do list in my day planner practically runs off the page and I know dinner is going to be a challenge. I make an effort to include at least one or two super simple meals on the menu each week that I can turn to on those crazy, busy days. This is one of those recipes!

    Fast and Easy Tortellini Bake

    • A short ingredient list of easy to stock items.
    • Cheese tortellini is a filling, satisfying way to go meatless.
    • Fresh baby spinach adds color and a a boost of vitamins and minerals.
    • This easy dinner takes a mere 5 minutes to assemble before it goes in the oven.
    A close up of Spinach Parmesan Tortellini in a white bowl with a fork.

    Ingredients

    The ingredients to make Spinach Parmesan Tortellini Bake
    • Refrigerated cheese tortellini – For a vegetarian tortellini casserole, stick with cheese tortellini. Meat tortellini is a great choice too.
    • Fresh baby spinach
    • Marinara sauce – I’ve use a variety of different sauces with a great result for this tortellini bake. A spicy marinara or arrabiata sauce will give it a little kick. You can also use a low sodium tomato basil marinara and add a touch of crushed red pepper flakes to reduce the sodium content and still get a little heat.
    • Shredded Parmesan cheese

    How to Make Spinach Parmesan Tortellini Bake

    Three images showing tortellini casserole being assembled in a baking dish.
    1. Bring a large pot of water to boil and add the tortellini. Cook for 2 minutes then promptly drain well and transfer it to a baking dish that you’ve coated with nonstick cooking spray. Add the fresh spinach to the hot tortellini and toss to combine, making sure that some of the tortellini ends up on top.
    2. Pour the marinara sauce evenly over the top and don’t stir.
    3. Sprinkle the crushed red pepper flakes (if using) and Parmesan over the top. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes in a preheated 350 degree F oven. Remove the foil and bake another 5 minutes or until heated through.

    To ensure that cheesy casseroles don’t stick when covered with foil, coat the underside of the foil with nonstick cooking spray before covering the dish.

    Tortellini casserole with spinach and parmesan in a white baking dish.

    Variations

    • Use any type of tortellini you love. Both cheese and meat tortellini are delicious in this tortellini casserole.
    • Try it with refrigerated ravioli.
    • More cheese never hurts! Try adding a little shredded mozzarella for a cheesy tortellini bake
    An over the top shot of tortellini with spinach and parmesan in a bowl.

    More Fast Weeknight Dinners

    • Turkey Tacos
    • Air Fryer Pork Chops
    • Loaded Taco Skillet
    • Ground Pork Stir Fry with Zucchini and Mushrooms
    A fork digging into a bowl of tortellini.
    Tortellini casserole with spinach and parmesan in a white baking dish.

    Spinach Parmesan Tortellini Bake

    Valerie Brunmeier
    This easy Spinach Parmesan Tortellini Bake is a satisfying meatless meal for a busy weeknight. It has only four ingredients and takes just minutes to put together.
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 25 mins
    Total Time 30 mins
    Course Main Course, Pasta
    Cuisine Italian
    Servings 6
    Calories 490 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 24 to 30 ounces refrigerated cheese tortellini or any flavor you love
    • 5 ounces fresh baby spinach
    • 24 ounces marinara sauce look for a low sodium sauce
    • 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
    • ¼ to ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes optional and to taste

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly coat a 13- x 9-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
    • Bring a large pot of water to boil and add the tortellini. Cook for 2 minutes then promptly drain well and transfer it to the prepared baking dish. Add the fresh spinach to the hot tortellini and toss to combine, making sure that some of the tortellini ends up on top. Pour the marinara sauce evenly over the top and DON'T STIR. Sprinkle the crushed red pepper flakes (if using) and Parmesan over the top.
    • Coat the underside of a sheet of foil with nonstick cooking spray and place it, coated side down on top of the baking dish. Crimp the edges and transfer to the oven. Bake for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake another 5 minutes or until heated through.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 490kcalCarbohydrates: 57gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 58mgSodium: 906mgPotassium: 443mgFiber: 7gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 2359IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 399mgIron: 4mg
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    About Valerie Brunmeier

    Valerie, a long time food blogger and cookbook author, launched Wholesome Made Easy in June of 2020. Her true passion is sharing her experience as a working mom of four to help other busy home cooks create wholesome, delicious meals that take a lighter approach. Her recipes have been featured on Better Homes & Gardens, Good Housekeeping, Redbook, Country Living, Cosmopolitan, Buzzfeed, MSN, Shape Magazine and more.

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