Garlicky Tortellini Spinach and Tomato Soup

Cozy up with a bowl of Garlicky Tortellini Spinach and Tomato Soup, a comforting and flavorful one-pot meal that's perfect for busy weeknights or chilly evenings. This hearty soup combines tender cheese tortellini, a robust tomato broth infused with garlic, onion, and Italian herbs, and a nutritious boost of baby spinach. A pinch of red pepper flakes adds a subtle kick, while optional Parmesan and fresh basil take the dish to the next level. Ready in just 40 minutes, this easy-to-make recipe is a satisfying vegetarian-friendly option (with a simple broth swap for non-vegetarians) that can feed the whole family. Serve with crusty bread for a complete, soul-warming meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 6 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
• 6 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 20 ounces cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
• 6 cups baby spinach
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0 to taste grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)
• 0 to taste fresh basil leaves (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large soup pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the minced garlic and diced onion, and sauté for 3-4 minutes until the onion is softened and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the crushed tomatoes, chicken or vegetable broth, dried basil, oregano, and red pepper flakes. Bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Step 5

Add the tortellini to the pot and cook according to the package instructions (usually 4-5 minutes for fresh and 8-9 minutes for frozen).

Step 6

Once the tortellini is cooked, stir in the baby spinach until wilted, about 1-2 minutes.

Step 7

Season the soup with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 8

Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3153.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2069.7

Total Fat 74.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 25.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 174.1mg	0%
Sodium 10075.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 266.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 29.0g	0%
Total Sugars 42.5g
Protein 81.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1069.4mg	0%
Iron 21.6mg	0%
Potassium 3039.6mg	0%

*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: 32.4%

Protein: 15.8%

Carbs: 51.8%