Karen's Tortellini Soup

Warm, comforting, and packed with flavor, Karen's Tortellini Soup is the ultimate one-pot meal for cozy nights. This hearty recipe combines tender cheese tortellini with a medley of fresh vegetables like carrots, celery, and baby spinach, all simmered in a savory broth made rich with Italian seasoning and a touch of garlic. Perfect for busy weeknights, it requires just 15 minutes of prep time and comes together in under 40 minutes. Whether you use chicken or vegetable broth, this versatile soup is a crowd-pleaser that can be tailored for vegetarians. Top it off with a sprinkle of Parmesan and fresh parsley for a restaurant-quality finishing touch. With its perfect balance of wholesome ingredients and indulgent flavors, Karen's Tortellini Soup will quickly become a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
• 2 medium celery stalks, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 6 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 14-ounce can diced tomatoes (canned, with juices)
• 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
• 4 cups baby spinach
• 12 ounces cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese (for garnish)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.

Step 4

Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and the canned diced tomatoes with their juices. Stir to combine.

Step 5

Add the Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Bring the soup to a gentle boil over medium-high heat.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to medium-low and let the soup simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Step 7

Stir in the baby spinach and allow it to wilt, about 2 minutes.

Step 8

Add the cheese tortellini to the pot and cook according to the package instructions, usually 4-6 minutes, until tender.

Step 9

Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning if needed.

Step 10

Serve the soup hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2690.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1670.6

Total Fat 72.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 27.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 149.7mg	0%
Sodium 9558.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 177.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.3g	0%
Total Sugars 33.5g
Protein 74.8g	0%

Vitamin D 23.8IU	0%
Calcium 1377.5mg	0%
Iron 13.9mg	0%
Potassium 2278.8mg	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: 39.3%

Protein: 18.0%

Carbs: 42.7%