Have you ever thought about making a delicious dinner in a snap? Well, the Instant Pot is your best friend for weeknight meals! With just a bunch of fresh veggies and some cheesy tortellini, you're all set to whip up a fantastic soup. Picture yourself savoring a hot bowl of Vegetable Tortellini Soup, where the flavors of veggies and cheese-filled tortellini blend perfectly.
What is great about Vegetable Tortellini Soup?
Overall, vegetable tortellini soup offers a harmonious blend of flavors, textures, and nutritional benefits. Its versatility, ease of preparation, and comforting qualities make it an excellent choice for anyone seeking a delicious and wholesome meal.
Flavorful and comforting: Vegetable tortellini soup is a combination of savory broth, tender vegetables, and delicious cheese-filled tortellini. The flavors blend together beautifully, creating a comforting and satisfying dish.
Versatile and customizable: You can make vegetable tortellini soup using various vegetables, such as carrots, celery, onions, zucchini, and spinach, allowing you to adapt the recipe to your taste preferences and seasonal produce. This versatility makes it easy to customize the soup to suit your liking.
Nutritious and wholesome: As the name suggests, vegetable tortellini soup contains a generous amount of vegetables, providing essential nutrients, vitamins, and fiber. The addition of tortellini adds some protein and carbohydrates, making it a well-rounded and nourishing meal option.
Tips
Sauté the vegetables: Before adding the broth, consider sautéing the vegetables in a bit of olive oil or butter. This step adds extra flavor and helps to soften the vegetables for a more enjoyable texture in the soup.
Homemade broth: If possible, use homemade vegetable broth instead of store-bought. Homemade broth tends to have a richer flavor and allows you to control the sodium content. You can make a simple vegetable broth by simmering vegetables like onions, carrots, celery, and herbs in water.
Seasoning: Don't forget to season your soup well. Taste the broth and adjust the seasoning with salt, pepper, and other herbs or spices of your choice. Fresh herbs like thyme, rosemary, or basil can add a fragrant and vibrant touch.
Cook the tortellini separately: To prevent the tortellini from becoming overly soft or falling apart in the soup, consider cooking them separately according to the package instructions. Add the cooked tortellini to individual bowls and ladle the hot soup over them. This way, they'll retain their shape and texture.
Vegetable Tortellini Soup
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes
Yield: 4 Servings
Ingredients:
• 1 small, chopped sweet onion
• 2 chopped carrots
• 2 ribs of celery
• 1 bay Leaf
• 4 cloves of pressed or finely minced garlic
• 1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes
• 3/4 teaspoon of thyme
• 1 4" sprig of fresh rosemary
• 5 cups Vegetable Broth (or chicken broth)
• 1 (15 oz) can drained and rinsed Garbanzo Beans
• 3 large, sliced mushrooms
• 2 small, chopped zucchini
• 6 - 8 ounces of Cheese Tortellini
• 2 cups of baby spinach
Directions:
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add carrots, onion and celery and saute 3 minutes. Add garbanzo beans and saute 3 minutes longer. Add zucchini and garlic and saute 1 more minute. Pour in broth and tomatoes. Add basil, rosemary, thyme and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to medium and allow to boil 8 minutes. Add tortellini and boil 5-7 minutes longer (or 2 minutes less than directions listed on package. If a more brothy soup is desired, then boil pasta separately from soup then add at the end). Stir in spinach and cook 2 minutes longer.
Serve warm topped with Romano or Parmesan cheese.
Suggested Pairing
Sauvignon Blanc - This white wine is known for its vibrant acidity and herbaceous flavors, which can pair well with the fresh vegetables in the soup. Look for a Sauvignon Blanc with notes of citrus, green apple, and grassy undertones.