Description
Looking for an easy recipe that delivers big comfort in a single pot? This Best Veggie Tortellini Soup is your go-to! It’s a quick dinner idea that’s perfect for busy weeknights or a cozy weekend lunch. Brimming with cheesy tortellini, fresh greens, and flavorful vegetables, this soup is hearty, nourishing, and totally satisfying. Whether you’re after healthy soup recipes, meatless meal ideas, or comforting cold-weather food, this one hits all the marks. Ideal for meal prepping and family-friendly, it’s one of those food ideas you’ll make on repeat.
Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 medium carrots, sliced
2 stalks celery, sliced
1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, with juices
4 cups vegetable broth
9 ounces cheese tortellini (refrigerated or frozen)
3 cups fresh spinach or kale, chopped
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
0.5 teaspoon salt, or to taste
0.25 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrot, and celery. Cook for 5–7 minutes until softened.
2. Stir in garlic and Italian seasoning. Cook for 1 more minute until fragrant.
3. Add diced tomatoes with their juices and the vegetable broth. Bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
4. Stir in the tortellini and cook according to package instructions, about 5–7 minutes.
5. Add the spinach or kale and cook until wilted, about 2–3 minutes.
6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Serve hot, garnished with Parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
For the best texture, add tortellini fresh when reheating leftovers.
This soup can be customized with mushrooms, zucchini, or bell peppers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 25mg