Description
This hearty Sausage Tortellini Soup is loaded with spicy Italian sausage, fresh vegetables, and plump tortellini in a rich, pesto-infused broth. A comforting one-pot meal that’s perfect for quick dinner ideas or a healthy lunch. Packed with protein and bold flavors, this soup is a must-try!
Ingredients
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- 1 lb hot Italian sausage
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup dry white wine (optional, see note)
- 14.5 oz fire-roasted chopped tomatoes
- 2 cups cauliflower, cut into 1-inch florets
- 2 carrots, peeled and sliced into 1/2-inch coins
- 4 celery stalks, chopped into 1/2-inch pieces
- 6 cups chicken stock
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 2 tsp black pepper
- 2 cups spinach leaves, chopped
- 2 zucchini, chopped
- 9 oz fresh tortellini (cheese or meat-filled)
- 1/2 cup pesto
Instructions
- Heat a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Add olive oil and sauté onions for 3 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook for another 2 minutes.
- Add sausage, breaking it into medium-sized chunks. Cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring often, until browned.
- Pour in white wine to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits. Let it cook for 2 minutes.
- Add fire-roasted tomatoes, cauliflower, carrots, celery, and chicken stock. Stir in salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer on medium-low heat for 10 minutes.
- Uncover and add spinach, zucchini, and tortellini. Cook uncovered for 4 minutes until tortellini is tender.
- Stir in pesto just before serving. Ladle into bowls and top with shredded Parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
- White Wine Substitute: If you prefer, you can replace white wine with an equal amount of chicken broth.
- Tortellini Options: Cheese or meat-filled tortellini both work well.
- Storage: Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. The tortellini may absorb broth, so add extra stock when reheating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 45mg