Imagine a soul-warming soup that comes together faster than you can say "delicious" – our Instant Pot Tortellini Soup is about to become your new weeknight hero! In just 25 magical minutes, you'll transform simple ingredients into a restaurant-quality meal that will have your family begging for seconds. This Italian-inspired comfort dish combines cheesy tortellini, vibrant spinach, and rich tomato broth, creating a one-pot wonder that's not just a meal, but an experience that will transport your taste buds straight to Italy.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Italian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 package (9 oz) refrigerated tortellini
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Turn on the Instant Pot and select the Sauté function. Add olive oil and allow it to heat for 1-2 minutes.
- Add chopped onions to the pot and sauté for 3-4 minutes until they become translucent and slightly softened. Stir occasionally to prevent burning.
- Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds, stirring constantly to prevent garlic from burning and release its aromatic flavors.
- Pour in vegetable broth and diced tomatoes, scraping the bottom of the pot to release any browned bits and prevent burning.
- Add refrigerated tortellini to the liquid, ensuring they are mostly submerged but not packed tightly.
- Close the Instant Pot lid, set the valve to sealing position, and select Manual/Pressure Cook mode. Cook on high pressure for 3-4 minutes.
- Once cooking is complete, perform a quick release of the pressure by carefully moving the valve to venting position.
- Open the lid and stir in fresh spinach, allowing it to wilt for 1-2 minutes from the residual heat.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir thoroughly to combine all ingredients.
- Ladle the soup into bowls and serve hot, optionally garnishing with grated Parmesan cheese or fresh herbs.
Tips
- Choose Your Tortellini Wisely: Fresh refrigerated tortellini works best, but frozen can work too. Just adjust cooking time slightly.
- Don't Overcook: The 3-4 minute pressure cook time is crucial to prevent mushy tortellini. Precision is key!
- Customize Your Soup: Feel free to add protein like cooked chicken or Italian sausage for extra heartiness.
- Spinach Timing: Add spinach at the very end to maintain its bright color and nutritional value.
- Flavor Boosters: Consider adding a sprinkle of red pepper flakes or some grated Parmesan for extra depth.
- Storage Tip: This soup is best enjoyed fresh, as tortellini can absorb too much liquid when refrigerated.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 10g
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Cholesterol: 25mg
