Tortellini Tomato Spinach Soup

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Warm, comforting, and bursting with Italian-inspired flavors, this Tortellini Tomato Spinach Soup is the perfect one-pot meal to delight your taste buds. Packed with tender cheese tortellini, nutrient-rich spinach, and a creamy tomato broth seasoned with garlic, Italian herbs, and a hint of spice, this soup strikes the perfect balance between hearty and light. Ready in just 40 minutes, it’s ideal for busy weeknights or a cozy weekend treat. Garnish with grated parmesan and fresh basil for an elegant finishing touch, and serve with crusty bread to soak up every last drop of this flavorful dish. Perfect for family dinners or effortless entertaining, this recipe delivers on both nutrition and comfort—sure to become a new household favorite!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 10 min
• Cook Time: 30 min
• Total Time: 40 min
• Servings: 6 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

15 items

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
• 0.25 teaspoons red pepper flakes (optional)
• 28 ounces crushed tomatoes, canned
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 10 ounces cheese tortellini, fresh or frozen
• 4 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
• 0.5 cups heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 0.5 cups parmesan cheese, grated (optional, for serving)
• 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped (optional, for garnish)

📝 Instructions

9 steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

2. Add the diced onion and sauté until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.

3. Stir in the minced garlic, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes (if using). Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

4. Pour in the crushed tomatoes, vegetable broth, and sugar. Stir well to combine.

5. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 10 minutes to let the flavors meld.

6. Add the cheese tortellini to the pot and cook according to package instructions (typically 7-10 minutes).

7. Once the tortellini is cooked, stir in the chopped spinach and cook for 2-3 minutes until wilted.

8. Turn off the heat and stir in the heavy cream. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

9. Serve the soup hot, topped with grated parmesan cheese and fresh basil if desired.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (520.4g)

Calories		459
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		21.9 g	28%
	Saturated Fat	9.9 g	49%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.5 g
Cholesterol		49 mg	16%
Sodium		1478 mg	64%
Total Carbohydrate		52.0 g	19%
	Dietary Fiber	7.8 g	28%
	Total Sugars	12.0 g
Protein		17.7 g	35%
Vitamin D		0.1 mcg	1%
Calcium		316 mg	24%
Iron		4.7 mg	26%
Potassium		1092 mg	23%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1184 cal (41.4%%)

Protein: 430 cal (15.1%%)

Carbs: 1242 cal (43.5%%)