Description
Tomato Tortellini Soup is a delightful and comforting dish that combines rich, velvety broth with tender tortellini. This easy recipe is perfect for cozy evenings or busy weeknights, made with fresh tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and fragrant basil. In just a few simple steps, you can serve a warm bowl of deliciousness that’s sure to become a family favorite. Ideal for sharing and creating lasting memories around the dinner table!
Ingredients
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- 2 cups fresh tomatoes, diced
- 1 cup cheese tortellini
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and diced tomatoes; cook until tomatoes break down (5-7 minutes).
- Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a simmer.
- Add tortellini and cook according to package instructions until they float (3-5 minutes).
- Stir in fresh basil and season with salt and pepper before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 300g)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For extra nutrition, add spinach or kale. Experiment with different flavors of tortellini like mushroom or spinach. Serve with crusty bread or a light salad for a complete meal.