Description
Tuscan Tortellini Soup is a delightful, heartwarming dish that brings together the rich flavors of tender tortellini, fresh spinach, and aromatic herbs in a comforting broth. Perfect for chilly evenings or gatherings, this soup is not only easy to prepare but also guarantees a spectacular flavor experience that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh or frozen tortellini
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (for garnish)
- Red pepper flakes (optional, to taste)
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the diced onion until translucent.
- Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, then stir in the diced tomatoes; let simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add tortellini and cook according to package instructions until tender; stir in fresh spinach just before serving until wilted.
- Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired. Serve hot topped with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 15mg