Description
Tortellini Soup is a warm, hearty, and flavorful soup featuring tender cheese or meat-filled tortellini pasta in a savory broth with vegetables and herbs. It’s a comforting and satisfying dish that’s perfect for cozy dinners or quick meals.
Ingredients
Cheese or meat tortellini (fresh or frozen)
Olive oil
Onion, chopped
Garlic, minced
Carrots, diced
Celery, diced
Spinach or kale, chopped
Chicken or vegetable broth
Diced tomatoes (optional)
Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper
Grated Parmesan cheese (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery, sautéing until softened.
- Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Pour in broth and diced tomatoes if using, then bring to a boil.
- Add tortellini and cook according to package instructions until tender.
- Stir in chopped spinach or kale and cook until wilted.
- Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese.
Notes
- Use gluten-free or whole wheat tortellini for dietary preferences.
- Add cooked sausage or chicken for extra protein.
- Incorporate beans or lentils for a vegetarian boost.
- Spice it up with red pepper flakes or hot sauce.
- Use fresh herbs like basil or parsley for enhanced flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
