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Healthy Tortellini Soup

Savor the Flavor: Healthy Tortellini Soup You’ll Love

This Healthy Tortellini Soup is a nourishing, quick, and tasty meal packed with vegetables and cheesy tortellini, perfect for any occasion.
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Course: Soups
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: comfort food, Crowd-Pleasing, family-friendly, Healthy Tortellini Soup, Quick Meal, vegetable soup
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 250kcal

Equipment

  • Large pot

Ingredients

For the Soup Base

  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil adds rich flavor while sautéing the aromatics.
  • 1 medium Onion finely chopped for a sweet, savory foundation.
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced to enhance the savory notes.
  • 2 medium Carrots peeled and diced.
  • 2 stalks Celery diced.
  • 1 medium Zucchini diced.

For the Broth

  • 6 cups Low-sodium vegetable broth the heart of the soup.
  • 1 can Diced tomatoes adds acidity and depth.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried basil brings a hint of herbal freshness.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried oregano another layer of Italian flavor.
  • Salt and pepper to taste.

For the Tortellini

  • 12 ounce Fresh or frozen cheese tortellini the star ingredient.

For the Greens

  • 2 cups Fresh spinach roughly chopped.
  • ¼ cup Fresh parsley optional garnish.

For Serving

  • ¼ cup Grated Parmesan cheese optional for a savory finish.

Instructions

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • In a large pot, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing for 2-3 minutes until translucent.
  • Stir in the peeled and diced carrots and diced celery. Cook for another 5 minutes until they start to soften.
  • Add the diced zucchini and cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Pour in 6 cups of low-sodium vegetable broth and can of diced tomatoes. Add dried basil and oregano, then season with salt and pepper.
  • Increase heat to boil the soup. Once bubbling, reduce heat and cover to simmer for 15-20 minutes.
  • Add the cheese tortellini and cook according to package instructions, about 7-10 minutes.
  • Stir in the roughly chopped fresh spinach and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
  • Taste the soup and adjust seasoning if necessary. Remove from heat.
  • Ladle the soup into bowls, topping with fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
  • Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

For best taste, enjoy the soup shortly after making it. Consider adding or substituting vegetables as you like.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowl | Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 600mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 2500IU | Vitamin C: 30mg | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 3mg