Tortellini Bean Soup

From: OntarioBeans.on.ca

A serving of this satisfying body and soul combination is low in fat, high in fibre and carbohydrates, as well as complete protein

Ingredient List

1 tbsp	olive oil	15 mL
1	medium onion, chopped	1
1	clove garlic, minced	1
1 cup	sliced mushrooms	250 mL
1/2 cup	chopped green or red pepper	125 mL
4 cups	vegetable broth	1 L
2 tsp	dried basil leaves	10 mL
8 oz	cheese-filled tortellini, fresh or frozen	250 g
1	medium zucchini, quartered lengthwise and sliced	1
1	can (14 oz./398 mL) Beans in Tomato Sauce	1

Directions

In large saucepan, heat oil over medium-high heat. Saute onion, garlic, mushrooms and green pepper 3 minutes. Add vegetable broth and basil. Bring to boil; stir in tortellini and zucchini. Simmer uncovered, 8 minutes (for fresh) to 15 minutes (for frozen) until tortellini is tender. Stir in beans and heat through. Serve immediately

4 servings

Nutrition Facts For 1 serving:
Amount	% Daily Value
Energy 328 kcal
Fat 7.4 g
Carbohydrates 55.8 g
Protein 13.6 g
Total Dietary Fibre 11.1 g