spinach cheese tortellini with zucchini, mozzarella and toasted almonds

Ingredients

• Servings: 3
• 1 (9 ounce) package buitoni® refrigerated spinach cheese tortellini
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 medium zucchini, sliced into long ribbons with vegetable peeler or knife
• 1 clove garlic, finely chopped
• salt and ground black pepper
• 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese balls or pearls
• grated lemon peel
• toasted sliced almonds

Recipe

Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 20 mins


• prepare pasta according to package directions. drain, reserving 1/2 cup cooking water. while pasta is cooking, prepare zucchini mixture.
• heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. add zucchini and garlic; cook, stirring frequently, for 3 to 4 minutes or until zucchini starts to turn golden. season with salt and pepper.
• add pasta, reserved cooking water and mozzarella cheese to skillet; toss to coat. serve garnished with grated lemon peel and sliced almonds.