Fast and Easy Dinners for Two
A quick and satisfying gourmet meal for two featuring sautéed salmon, fresh herbs, creamy cheese, and tortellini, ready in just 20 minutes.
Ingredients
For the main dish
- 6 oz salmon fillet
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 8 oz refrigerated tortellini
- 1/3 cup cream cheese
- 1 small tomato, chopped
- 1/2 medium zucchini, chopped
- 1/2 tsp dill, dried
- 2 Tbsp fresh chopped basil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 Tbsp mozzarella
Instructions
Preparation
- Start by preparing your vegetables and cutting the salmon into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large pan, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat for about one minute. Add the salmon along with the dill and chopped tomato.
- Add a tablespoon of water and a pinch of salt, then cover with a lid. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the salmon becomes opaque and the tomato softens.
- Stir in the cream cheese, adding black pepper to taste. If the mixture is too thick, add another tablespoon of water to create a creamy sauce.
- Next, add the refrigerated tortellini to the pan. Cook in the sauce for 3-4 minutes or according to the package instructions until heated through.
- Finally, add the minced garlic, chopped basil, zucchini, and stir in the mozzarella cheese. Cook for an additional minute, letting the cheese melt and flavors meld together.
Notes
Serve hot garnished with grated Parmesan cheese. Pairs well with crisp white wine or sparkling water.