Italian Sausage Tortellini Soup
Italian Sausage Tortellini Soup is a heartwarming dish that captures the essence of Italian comfort food. With tender tortellini swimming in a rich broth infused with flavorful Italian sausage, fresh vegetables, and aromatic herbs, this soup is perfect for chilly evenings or cozy gatherings. Its vibrant colors and delightful flavors make it a crowd favorite, ensuring everyone will ask for seconds. Easy to prepare, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into a memorable meal that warms both the body and soul.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Italian sausage (spicy or mild)
- 9 oz cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 cups fresh spinach or kale
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, crumble and brown the Italian sausage for about 5-7 minutes.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until onions are translucent (3-4 minutes).
- Pour in vegetable broth and add diced tomatoes; bring to a simmer for 10 minutes.
- Stir in tortellini and greens; cook until tortellini are tender (5-7 minutes).
- Serve hot with freshly grated Parmesan on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 325
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 710mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg