Vegan Vegetable Tortellini Soup Recipe

This comforting and hearty soup combines the flavors of fresh vegetables with the richness of vegan tortellini. Here's a recipe for a delightful vegan vegetable tortellini soup.

Ingredients:

• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 1 zucchini, diced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes (with their juice)
• 2 tsp Italian seasoning (or a mix of dried basil, oregano, and thyme)
• 1 bay leaf
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 cups vegan tortellini (found at health food stores or specialized sections in supermarkets)
• 2 cups fresh spinach or kale, chopped
• Fresh parsley or basil for garnish

Instructions:

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent.
2. Add the minced garlic and continue to sauté for another minute.
3. Add the carrots, celery, zucchini, and bell pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.
4. Pour in the vegetable broth and add the diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Stir everything together.
5. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer for about 10 minutes.
6. Add the vegan tortellini to the pot and cook according to the package instructions (usually 7-10 minutes).
7. Once the tortellini are almost cooked through, stir in the spinach or kale and let it wilt in the soup.
8. Remove from heat and discard the bay leaf.
9. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
10. Serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh parsley or basil.

Nutritional Values (approximate per serving, based on 6 servings):

• Calories: 230
• Protein: 6g
• Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Dietary Fiber: 5g
  • Sugars: 6g
• Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
• Sodium: 1000mg (this can vary based on the sodium content in your vegetable broth and tortellini brand)
• Vitamin A: 80%
• Vitamin C: 50%
• Calcium: 6%
• Iron: 15%

Note: Nutritional values are estimated based on the ingredients used and can vary depending on the exact sizes of vegetables, the specific products/brands used, and precise measurements. For more accurate nutritional values, it's recommended to use a nutritional calculator or software, especially when specific dietary requirements are crucial.

Enjoy your nourishing and flavorful vegan vegetable tortellini soup!