Description
A warm, hearty bowl of cheese tortellini swimming in flavorful vegetable broth, packed with vibrant carrots, peas, potatoes, and kale—comfort food at its wholesome best.
Ingredients
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- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 1 large potato, peeled and cubed
- 1 cup chopped kale
- 1/2 cup frozen green peas
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 10 oz cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- Optional: fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and sauté for 2–3 minutes until softened.
- Stir in carrots and potatoes. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Pour in the vegetable broth, add Italian seasoning, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 10–12 minutes, or until vegetables are tender.
- Add kale and peas to the pot and stir well. Let simmer for 3–4 minutes.
- Gently add tortellini to the soup. Cook according to package instructions (usually 5–7 minutes) until tender.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired. Serve hot.
Notes
- Use spinach instead of kale for a milder green.
- For a creamier texture, stir in a splash of cream before serving.
- This soup can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg