Tuna and Spinach Tortellini

By Tonya_Speed

NUTRITION per serving: 233 Calories; 8g Fat; 22g Protein; 19g Carbohydrate; 3g Dietary Fiber; 51mg Cholesterol; 861mg Sodium. Exchanges: 1 Grain (Starch); 2 1/2 Lean Meat; 1 Vegetable; 1 Fat. Points: 5

Ingredients

• 16 ounces spinach tortellini
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 2 cloves garlic, pressed
• 10 ounces tomato juice
• 3 to 4 large plum (Roma) tomatoes, diced
• 1 cup frozen spinach, thawed
• 1 (12-oz.) can tuna in water, drained
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Details

Servings 6
Adapted from savingdinner.com

Preparation

Step 1

Cook tortellini according to package directions. Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; add crushed red pepper flakes and garlic and saute for 1 minute. Add tomato juice and bring to a boil. Add tomatoes and spinach then reduce heat to low. Add tuna and lemon juice. Salt and pepper to taste and toss with tortellini before serving.

SERVING SUGGESTION: Serve stir-fried zucchini and yellow squash on the side.
VEGETARIAN: Omit the tuna and enjoy!
KOSHER: No changes necessary.