Tortellini Soup

This hearty Tortellini Soup combines tender cheese-filled tortellini with a rich tomato broth, packed with vegetables and protein-rich chicken. Perfect for a cozy meal, it warms the soul while providing a satisfying nutritional boost.

Ingredients

• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Onion - 1 small, diced
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Celery - 1 stalk, diced
• Red bell pepper - 1/2, diced
• Canned diced tomatoes - 400 grams
• Chicken broth - 750 milliliters
• Italian seasoning - 1 teaspoon
• Fresh spinach - 100 grams
• Cheese tortellini - 250 grams
• Cooked chicken breast - 150 grams, shredded
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Parmesan cheese - for serving, grated

Steps

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic, diced onion, carrot, celery, and red bell pepper. Sauté for about 5 minutes, until the vegetables are softened.
2. Stir in the canned diced tomatoes and chicken broth, then add the Italian seasoning. Bring the mixture to a boil.
3. Once boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer. Add the cheese tortellini and cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until they float to the top and are tender.
4. Stir in the shredded cooked chicken and fresh spinach. Allow it to simmer for another 2-3 minutes until the spinach is wilted and the chicken is heated through.
5. Season the soup with salt and black pepper to taste. Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 900 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.75 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from chicken and cheese tortellini, promoting muscle repair and growth.
• Contains a variety of vegetables, providing essential vitamins and minerals for overall health.

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