Description
Vegetable Tortellini Soup is a vibrant and comforting dish that warms the soul on chilly evenings. This easy-to-make soup features tender tortellini, fresh vegetables, and a flavorful broth, making it perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. In under 30 minutes, you can create a nutritious meal packed with vitamins and minerals, thanks to its wholesome ingredients like carrots, spinach, and bell peppers. Customize the recipe with your favorite seasonal veggies or herbs for a personal touch. Ideal for meal prep, this soup stores well in the fridge or freezer, allowing you to enjoy delicious homemade comfort food anytime.
Ingredients
- Fresh tortellini (cheese-filled or vegetable)
- Low-sodium vegetable broth
- Carrots
- Bell peppers (red or yellow)
- Fresh spinach
- Garlic
- Dried Italian herbs (basil, oregano, thyme)
Instructions
- Wash and chop all vegetables into bite-sized pieces; mince garlic.
- In a large pot over medium heat, heat olive oil and sauté diced carrots and bell peppers with minced garlic for about five minutes until softened.
- Pour in vegetable broth and add dried herbs; bring to a gentle boil while stirring occasionally.
- Add fresh tortellini and cook according to package instructions (about 4-5 minutes) until they float.
- Stir in fresh spinach just before serving until wilted.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: - Use seasonal vegetables like zucchini or kale for added flavor and nutrition. - Control salt levels by choosing low-sodium broth. - For extra flavor, sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over each bowl before serving.