Tortellini Soup

Health score
35%
Tortellini Soup
60 min.
1
2205kcal

Suggestions


Warm up your day with a delightful bowl of Tortellini Soup, a comforting dish that brings together rich flavors and wholesome ingredients. Perfect for lunch or dinner, this hearty soup is not only satisfying but also incredibly easy to prepare, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or leisurely weekends.

Imagine the aroma of sautéed garlic, celery, and carrots wafting through your kitchen as you melt butter in a Dutch oven. The vibrant colors of fresh vegetables combined with the tender, cheese-filled tortellini create a visually appealing and delicious meal. With just a handful of ingredients, including savory chicken broth and a sprinkle of freshly grated nutmeg, this soup is a true celebration of simple, yet flavorful cooking.

Each bowl is a warm hug, packed with nutrients and a comforting blend of textures. The addition of fresh parsley and a generous topping of Parmesan cheese elevates the dish, making it not just a meal, but an experience to savor. Whether you're enjoying it solo or sharing with loved ones, this Tortellini Soup is sure to become a favorite in your recipe repertoire. Dive into this culinary delight and let each spoonful transport you to a cozy Italian kitchen!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons butter 
  • 0.5 cup carrots chopped
  • cup celery stalks chopped
  • 18 oz cheese tortellini dried
  • 64 oz chicken broth (8 cups)
  • tablespoons parsley fresh chopped
  •  garlic clove finely chopped
  • teaspoon grating nutmeg whole freshly grated
  • 0.3 cup onion chopped
  • serving parmesan cheese freshly grated
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper 
  • cups water 

Equipment

  • dutch oven

Directions

  1. Melt butter in 6-quart Dutch oven over medium-low heat. Cover and cook garlic, celery, carrot and onion in butter 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  2. Stir in broth and water.
  3. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Stir in tortellini. Cover and simmer about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tortellini are tender.
  4. Stir in parsley, pepper and nutmeg. Cover and simmer 10 minutes. Top each serving with cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Calories2205kcal
Protein18.11%
Fat36.74%
Carbs45.15%

Properties

Glycemic Index
319.83
Glycemic Load
105.5
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
41.603043431821%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
20.12mg
Luteolin
1.23mg
Isorhamnetin
2mg
Kaempferol
0.77mg
Myricetin
1.32mg
Quercetin
8.78mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:2205.36kcal
110.27%
Fat:90.61g
139.4%
Saturated Fat:26.82g
167.6%
Carbohydrates:250.53g
83.51%
Net Carbohydrates:225.99g
82.18%
Sugar:28.9g
32.11%
Cholesterol:256.3mg
85.43%
Sodium:10046.93mg
436.82%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:100.5g
200.99%
Vitamin A:13626.23IU
272.52%
Vitamin K:171.65µg
163.48%
Calcium:1201.56mg
120.16%
Fiber:24.54g
98.15%
Iron:15.65mg
86.95%
Vitamin B2:1.31mg
77.2%
Manganese:1.41mg
70.3%
Phosphorus:350.33mg
35.03%
Vitamin B1:0.5mg
33.47%
Potassium:1013.9mg
28.97%
Copper:0.58mg
28.95%
Selenium:19.37µg
27.67%
Vitamin C:22.52mg
27.3%
Vitamin B3:5.19mg
25.95%
Zinc:3.23mg
21.51%
Vitamin E:2.96mg
19.73%
Magnesium:73.03mg
18.26%
Folate:72.37µg
18.09%
Vitamin B6:0.33mg
16.34%
Vitamin B12:0.81µg
13.5%
Vitamin B5:0.85mg
8.5%