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This cozy Tomato-Tortellini Soup is a simple and satisfying option for chilly evenings. The recipe is from one of my favorite Weight Loss Success Stories, cookbook writer Pam Anderson and her wonderful book, The Perfect Recipe for Losing Weight and Eating Great.
It combines pantry recipe staples like crushed tomatoes, chicken broth, and Italian seasoning with dried tortellini and fresh spinach for a comforting, hearty meal. Quick to prepare and packed with flavor, it’s a must-try for anyone craving an easy homemade soup.
How Many Calories and WeightWatchers Points in this Quick & Tasty Tomato Tortellini Soup?
According to my calculations, each serving has 167 calories and 5 WW Points. To see your WW Points for this recipe and track it in the WW app, Click here! (You must be logged into the WW app on your smartphone or tablet.)
Recipe Ingredients
Olive oil – A staple of Italian cooking, this healthy oil adds a subtle richness and helps sauté the garlic and spices, bringing out their flavors.
Minced garlic – Aromatic and savory, garlic adds depth and warmth to the soup, forming a flavorful base. Though fresh garlic is best, I often substitute jarred when I’m short on time. I also love to substitute dry roasted granulated garlic when I don’t have fresh or jarred garlic.
Italian seasoning – A blend of herbs like basil, oregano, and thyme that gives the soup a classic Italian flavor.
Canned crushed tomatoes – The heart of the soup, these provide a tangy, slightly sweet tomato base with a smooth texture. Use fire-roasted canned tomatoes for a smoky depth of flavor.
Chicken broth – Creates a rich and savory liquid base, balancing the acidity of the tomatoes and enhancing the soup’s flavor. I use jarred Better Than Bouillon to make my chicken broth. Use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth for a vegetarian-friendly version.
Baking soda – A small but vital addition to neutralize the acidity of the tomatoes, creating a mellower flavor and creamier consistency.
Dried cheese and spinach tortellini – A key component of this recipe these dried stuffed pasta pieces make the soup hearty and satisfying, with a pop of cheesy and spinach-filled goodness. You’ll find them with the other dried pastas on your grocer’s shelves. Substitute mini ravioli or gnocchi for different twist.
Prewashed spinach – A fresh, nutrient-packed addition that wilts beautifully into the soup, adding color, texture, and earthy flavor. I sometimes substitute defrosted well drained frozen spinach when I don’t have fresh on hand.
How to Make Tomato Spinach Tortellini Soup
Spinach, canned tomatoes, garlic, Italian seasoning, and dry tortellini for soup
Step 1: Gather and prep your ingredients.
Heat oil and garlic until the garlic starts to sizzle.
Step 2: In a soup pot or Dutch oven, heat the oil and minced garlic over medium heat until the garlic just starts to sizzle. (I used my Ninja Possible Multi Cooker.
Add broth, tomatoes and seasoning
Step 3: Add the Italian seasoning, tomatoes, broth and baking soda. Bring mixture to a boil.
Add tortellini and simmer, partially covered, until almost tender.
Step 4: Add the tortellini and return to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer, partially covered, until the the tortellini are almost tender. This should take about 10 minutes.
Add spinach and simmer until tortellini is tender and spinach is wilted.
Step 5: Add the spinach and simmer until the tortellini is tender and the spinach has wilted. This should take 2 to 3 more minutes. Add salt and pepper to taste. Serve with a sprinkle of freshly grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Quick & Easy Tomato Tortellini Soup Ready to Enjoy.
Recipe Notes & Variations
Tasty additions to this soup might include:
White Beans: Stir in a can of rinsed and drained cannellini or navy beans for added fiber and protein.
Cooked Chicken or Sausage: Add shredded rotisserie chicken or sliced cooked Italian sausage for a heartier soup. (I love to add slices of Aidell’s cooked Italian chicken sausage.)
Carrots and Celery: Sauté finely chopped carrots and celery with the garlic for a richer base.
Zucchini or Mushrooms: Add diced zucchini or mushrooms for extra texture and flavor.
Serving Suggestions
I like to serve this simple delicious soup with a sprinkling of freshly grated Parmesan cheese and a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes.
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Quick & Easy Tomato Tortellini Soup
Equipment
Ingredients
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Notes
Servings: 6
Serving size: 1-1/3 cups
WW Points: 5 Click here to see your WW Points for this recipe and track it in the WW app or site. (You must be logged into the WW app on your smartphone or tablet)
4 *PointsPlus (Old plan)
Nutrition
Recipe source: The Perfect Recipe for Losing Weight & Eating Great by Pam Anderson
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