Creamy Tomato Basil Tortellini Soup
Creamy Tomato Basil Tortellini Soup is a comforting, delicious dish that brings together tender tortellini, vibrant tomatoes, and aromatic basil in a creamy broth. Perfect for chilly evenings or as an impressive starter at gatherings, this quick recipe can be prepared in just 30 minutes. Each bowl promises warmth and flavor, making it a delightful addition to your meal rotation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fresh or frozen cheese tortellini
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, sauté the onion and garlic in olive oil until fragrant and translucent (about 3 minutes).
- Add the diced tomatoes with their juices; stir to combine.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a gentle simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Add the tortellini and cook until tender but al dente (about 7 minutes).
- Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream until well combined.
- Add the torn basil leaves and season with salt and pepper before serving hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: - Substitute tortellini with any pasta you have on hand for variety. - Enhance nutrition by adding spinach or kale at the end of cooking. - For added flavor, consider incorporating red pepper flakes or crispy bacon bits.