Tortellini in Brodo Vegetariano

Tortellini in Brodo Vegetariano is a comforting Italian dish featuring delicate tortellini served in a flavorful vegetable broth. This vegetarian version highlights fresh ingredients, making it a light yet satisfying meal perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

• Fresh tortellini - 200 grams
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Celery - 1 stalk, diced
• Onion - 1 small, diced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Zucchini - 1 small, diced
• Spinach - 100 grams, fresh
• Vegetable broth - 600 ml
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Fresh parsley - 1 tablespoon, chopped
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. In a large pot, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add the diced onion, carrot, and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
3. Stir in the minced garlic and diced zucchini, cooking for another 2 minutes.
4. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a simmer. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
5. Once simmering, add the tortellini to the pot. Cook according to package instructions, usually about 4-5 minutes.
6. In the last minute of cooking, add the fresh spinach and chopped parsley to the pot.
7. Remove from heat and adjust seasoning if necessary before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 55 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.6 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.
• Provides a good source of plant-based protein from tortellini.

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