Pesto and Tortellini Soup

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 0

A warm and comforting soup packed with flavor - Pesto and Tortellini Soup

by The Chefin Soup

Prep

5 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 package fresh cheese tortellini
	3 cans chicken broth
	1 jar roasted red peppers , drained and slivered
	3/4 cup frozen green pea
	3 -4 cups fresh spinach , washed and stems removed
	1 -2 tablespoon pesto sauce or 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

4-6

Calories

350

Sugar

Fat

17g

Pesto and Tortellini Soup is a hearty dish that combines the rich flavors of tortellini, roasted peppers, and pesto sauce. The soup is a comforting and satisfying meal that great for those cold winter days or as a light meal during summer evenings. This dish is a good option for those who want to cook something simple yet flavourful. The soup is also a good way to get some vegetables, vitamins and protein in your diet.

Instructions

1.	In a large pot, bring chicken broth to boil.
2.	Add tortellini and cook for 5-7 minutes until tender.
3.	Stir in roasted peppers and peas and cook for 2-3 minutes.
4.	Add fresh spinach and cook just until wilted.
5.	Stir in pesto sauce or grated Parmesan cheese.
6.	Serve hot with crusty bread or garlic toast.

PROS

This soup is easy to make and offers a one-pot meal solution for a quick weeknight dinner.

The combination of cheese-filled tortellini, peppers, and pesto makes it a flavorful and satisfying choice.

CONS

While pesto and Parmesan cheese add great flavor, they also increase the calorie count and sodium level of this soup.

It may not be the best choice for those on a low-sodium or low-fat diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This soup is packed with beneficial ingredients.
The chicken broth contains electrolytes and helps to fight inflammation, spinach is high in vitamins and antioxidants, and peas add extra fiber to the dish.