Souped Up Tortellini
Warm up your soul with a comforting bowl of Souped Up Tortellini, a hearty, veggie-packed soup that’s as easy to make as it is satisfying to eat. This recipe combines tender cheese-filled tortellini with a medley of vibrant vegetables like zucchini, carrots, and spinach, all simmered in a rich, savory broth infused with Italian seasoning. It’s a one-pot wonder that’s perfect for weeknight dinners, boasting just 15 minutes of prep and 25 minutes of cooking time. Topped with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese and optional fresh basil, this inviting dish delivers cozy flavors in every spoonful. Whether you're cooking for the family or meal-prepping for the week, Souped Up Tortellini is a flavorful, wholesome recipe you’ll return to time and again.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 medium zucchini, diced
- 1 14-ounce can canned diced tomatoes
- 6 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 9 ounces refrigerated cheese-filled tortellini
- 3 cups baby spinach
- 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese (for serving)
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic, diced carrots, and diced celery. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the diced zucchini and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
Pour in the canned diced tomatoes (with their juices) and the vegetable or chicken broth.
Stir in the Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Add the cheese-filled tortellini to the pot and cook according to the package instructions, typically 4-5 minutes, until tender.
Stir in the baby spinach and cook for 1-2 minutes, just until wilted.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
Ladle the soup into bowls and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil, if desired.
Serve immediately while hot, and enjoy your Souped Up Tortellini!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
407 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 17.6 g | 23% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.1 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 26 mg | 9% | |
| Sodium | 2477 mg | 108% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 49.7 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.3 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.0 g | ||
| Protein | 13.9 g | 28% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 298 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 3.7 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 956 mg | 20% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
