Best 8 Tortellini Shrimp Skewers With Sun Dried Tomato Sauce Recipes

FESTIVE MARINATED TORTELLINI SKEWERS

Steps:

• In a large bowl, whisk together the first 6 ingredients. Season the vinaigrette with salt and pepper. Set aside.
• Cook the tortellini in a pot of boiling water according to the package directions. Do not overcook.
• Drain the tortellini and add the hot pasta to the dressing so flavors will be absorbed.
• Gently stir in the peppers and green onions. When the pasta has cooled, add the mozzarella.
• Let the mixture marinate at least 2 hours or overnight.
• To assemble, use toothpicks at least 4 inches long.
• Skewer 1 basil leaf, 1 red bell pepper square, 1 tortellini, 1 poblano pepper square and 1 mozzarella cube on the toothpicks. (Can be assembled 1 day ahead.)

SHRIMP & TORTELLINI IN TOMATO CREAM

Steps:

• Cook tortellini according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, cook shrimp in 2 teaspoons oil until shrimp turn pink. Stir in the lemon zest, 1/8 teaspoon pepper and pepper flakes. Remove and keep warm., In the same skillet, cook shallots in remaining oil over low heat for 10-15 minutes or until golden brown, stirring occasionally. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer., Add the tomatoes, clam juice, wine, vinegar, thyme and remaining pepper. Bring to a boil; cook until liquid is reduced by half, about 10 minutes. Remove from the heat; discard thyme sprigs. Stir in the cheese, cream, basil, chives and shrimp. , Drain tortellini; stir into shrimp mixture. Sprinkle with shredded cheese and parsley if desired.

GARLIC SHRIMP WITH THREE CHEESE TORTELLINI

Steps:

• Prepare pasta according to package directions.
• Heat large skillet over medium-high heat; cook shrimp, oil and garlic, stirring frequently, until shrimp turn pink. Remove from heat.
• Toss pasta with pesto. Add sun-dried tomatoes and basil; toss well. Top with shrimp and cheese.

TORTELLINI SKEWERS

Steps:

• Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil; stir in tortellini. Cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the tortellini float to the top, 5 to 6 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water.
• Place tortellini, cherry tomatoes, and pesto in a large bowl; toss until evenly coated.
• Skewer one tortellini and one tomato on each toothpick. Arrange on a tray. Keep refrigerated until serving.

TORTELLINI SKEWERS

Steps:

• Mix together the olive oil, pesto and vinegar in a bowl.
• On small skewers, thread 1 tortellini, 1 cherry tomato and 1 mozzarella cube per skewer. Lay the skewers on a platter and lightly drizzle the dressing over them with a spoon.
• Serve immediately or refrigerate. Sprinkle on the minced parsley just before serving.

TOMATO-BASIL SHRIMP SKEWERS

Steps:

• In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first six ingredients; add shrimp. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for up to 30 minutes. , Drain and discard marinade. Thread shrimp onto six metal or soaked wooden skewers. Grill, covered, over medium heat for 3-5 minutes on each side or until shrimp turn pink, turning once.

SHRIMP AND TORTELLINI SKEWERS WITH DIP

Steps:

• Cook tortellini according to package instructions.
• Heat the olive oil in a nonstick frying pan, saute the minced garlic for several minutes until tender.
• Add the shrimp and heat through.
• Drain the tortellini and add to the shrimp.
• Mix throughly and remove from heat.
• When cool enough to handle, thread the skewers with a tortellini, a shrimp, a tortellini, a shrimp, a tortellini, a cherry tomato.
• Arrange on serving platter and serve with dip.
• Dip: Heat skillet over medium heat, add the unpeeled garlic and cook (turning) until skin is browned on all sides and garlic is softened, about 7 minutes.
• Cool the garlic then peel and mash.
• Mix the mashed garlic, mayonnaise, parmesan, pesto, milk and pepper throughly and put in serving dish.

TORTELLINI SKEWERS

Steps:

• Combine tortellini with pesto sauce and mix well.
• Cut each tomato into 4 strips.
• Place one tortellini onto a skewer, followed by a piece of sundried tomato. (I found it most effective to hook each piece of sundried tomato to the skewer twice).
• Add another tortellini and tomato piece, ending with a third tortellini.
• Chill until ready to serve.