Description
Tortellini Soup with Italian Sausage is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings. This hearty dish features tender tortellini, savory Italian sausage, and fresh vegetables simmered in a rich broth infused with aromatic herbs. Each spoonful promises warmth and satisfaction, making it ideal for family dinners or cozy nights at home. Quick to prepare and packed with flavor, this soup is sure to impress your loved ones and become a cherished favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Italian sausage (sweet or spicy)
- 9 oz fresh tortellini (cheese or meat-filled)
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 cups fresh spinach (or kale)
- 2 medium carrots, sliced thinly
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried basil (or 1 tbsp fresh)
- 1 tsp dried oregano (or 1 tbsp fresh)
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, brown the crumbled Italian sausage until fully cooked.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until onions are translucent.
- Stir in the sliced carrots followed by the vegetable broth. Bring to a gentle boil.
- Add the tortellini and spinach; simmer until tortellini is cooked through (about 5-7 minutes).
- Mix in basil, oregano, and red pepper flakes. Adjust seasoning as needed before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 300g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 45mg