Description
This Creamy Vegetable Tortellini Soup envelops your senses with its rich, velvety texture and a medley of vibrant vegetables. Each spoonful bursts with the comforting flavors of garlic, herbs, and tender tortellini, creating a warm embrace that is both satisfying and nourishing.
Ingredients
Scale
- Vegetables:
- 1 cup carrots, diced
- 1 cup celery, diced
- 1 cup bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup spinach, chopped
- Soup Base:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Tortellini:
- 2 cups fresh or frozen cheese tortellini
- Seasoning:
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the diced carrots, celery, and bell pepper, cooking for 5-7 minutes until they begin to soften.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and let simmer for 10 minutes.
- Add the tortellini and cook according to package instructions, usually about 3-5 minutes.
- Stir in the heavy cream, chopped spinach, dried basil, and oregano. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
Notes
- This soup can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- To freeze, allow the soup to cool completely, then transfer to an airtight container and freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat on the stove over low heat.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with coconut milk or a plant-based cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: main-dish
- Method: simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 20 grams
- Saturated Fat: 10 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 30 grams
- Fiber: 4 grams
- Protein: 12 grams
- Cholesterol: 50 milligrams
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