Are you craving a soul-warming, restaurant-quality soup that can be prepared in just 30 minutes? Look no further than this mouthwatering Instant Pot Italian Tortellini Soup! Imagine a steaming bowl filled with tender tortellini, vibrant vegetables, and rich, aromatic broth that transports you straight to the heart of Italy - all without spending hours in the kitchen. This recipe is about to become your new weeknight dinner superhero, promising maximum flavor with minimal effort.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: Italian
Serves: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 carrot, diced
- 1 zucchini, diced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 package (9 oz) refrigerated tortellini
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Parmesan cheese for serving
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 and sauté for 2-3 minutes until they become translucent and slightly soft.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds, being careful not to burn the garlic.
- Add diced carrots and zucchini, stirring to combine and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Pour in vegetable broth, diced tomatoes with their juice, and Italian seasoning. Stir to combine all ingredients.
- Add refrigerated tortellini to the pot, gently stirring to ensure they are submerged in the liquid.
- Close the Instant Pot lid, set the valve to sealing position, and select Manual/Pressure Cook mode for 3 minutes.
- Once cooking is complete, perform a quick release of the pressure.
- Open the lid and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Ladle the soup into serving bowls and sprinkle freshly grated Parmesan cheese on top.
- Serve hot and enjoy your Italian Tortellini Soup!
Tips
- Use fresh refrigerated tortellini for the best texture and flavor - they cook faster and taste more delicate than dried varieties.
- Don't skip the quick sauté step with onions and garlic, as it builds a deeper flavor foundation for your soup.
- Be careful not to overcook the tortellini; the 3-minute pressure cook time ensures they remain perfectly al dente.
- For a protein boost, consider adding cooked chicken or Italian sausage before the pressure cooking stage.
- If you prefer a thicker soup, you can use an immersion blender to partially blend some of the vegetables after cooking.
- Always do a quick release to prevent the tortellini from becoming mushy.
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese is key - pre-grated cheese won't melt as beautifully or taste as rich.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 10g
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Cholesterol: 20mg
