Description
This Vegan Creamy Tortellini Soup is a hearty and comforting dish packed with vegan sausage, cheese tortellini, navy beans, and fresh baby spinach in a rich tomato and herb-infused broth. Perfect for a wholesome meal that is both creamy and flavorful without any dairy or meat products.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein & Pasta
- 12 ounces Ground Vegan Sausage
- 1 package Vegan Cheese Tortellini
- 1 1/2 cups Navy Beans
Vegetables & Aromatics
- 4 cups Fresh Baby Spinach
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 Yellow Onion, diced
Liquids & Dairy Alternatives
- 5 cups Vegetable Broth
- 1 can Tomato Sauce (about 15 ounces)
- 1/3 cup Oat Milk
Seasonings & Herbs
- 1 tablespoon Ground Oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried Basil
- 1 teaspoon Fresh Thyme, chopped
- 2 teaspoons Fresh Rosemary, chopped
- Salt, to taste
- Ground Black Pepper, to taste
Other
- 2 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour
- Olive Oil, as needed for cooking
Instructions
- Cook Vegan Sausage: Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the ground vegan sausage and cook, stirring occasionally, until it is lightly browned, about 3-5 minutes.
- Sauté Aromatics and Herbs: Add minced garlic, diced yellow onion, ground oregano, dried basil, fresh thyme, fresh rosemary, salt, and black pepper to the pan. Cook and stir for about 3 minutes until onions are softened and aromatic.
- Add Flour: Sprinkle in the all-purpose flour and whisk it into the mixture, cooking for about 1 minute to form a roux that will help thicken the soup.
- Add Liquids: Slowly whisk in the vegetable broth and tomato sauce to the pan to avoid lumps, creating a smooth soup base.
- Simmer with Pasta and Beans: Add the vegan cheese tortellini and navy beans to the simmering soup. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. The tortellini should cook through and the broth will thicken.
- Add Spinach: Stir in the fresh baby spinach and cook for about 1 minute until wilted but still bright green.
- Finish with Oat Milk and Seasoning: Stir in oat milk, adjust salt and black pepper to taste, and cook for an additional minute to combine all flavors. Serve warm.
Notes
- Use gluten-free flour if you want to make this dish gluten-free.
- To add more protein, consider adding more beans or a plant-based protein of your choice.
- Fresh herbs can be substituted with dried herbs but adjust quantities accordingly.
- This soup can be prepared in advance and reheated; if thickened too much, add extra vegetable broth to reach desired consistency.
- For a spicier version, add crushed red pepper flakes along with the herbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Vegan, American-inspired
Keywords: Vegan Creamy Tortellini Soup, vegan soup, vegan sausage soup, creamy vegan soup, plant-based tortellini soup, vegan comfort food
