Looking for a comforting, hearty soup that’s both delicious and filling? This Tortellini Spinach Soup is the perfect choice! Packed with vegetables, pasta, and cheese, it’s a satisfying meal that will warm you up from the inside out. Plus, at just 5 Weight Watchers points per generous serving, you can enjoy a bowl of this hearty soup without guilt. Want to save some points? Simply skip the olive oil for a lighter version!
Ingredients:
- 2 teaspoons olive oil (optional, for fewer points, skip the oil)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 medium zucchinis, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 ½ teaspoons Italian seasoning
- ¾ teaspoon table salt
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- ⅛ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 43 ½ fluid ounces low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 can (14 ½ ounces) diced tomatoes
- ½ cup water
- 9 ounces refrigerated cheese-filled tortellini
- 4 cups baby spinach, loosely packed or chopped fresh spinach
- ¼ cup fresh basil, chopped
- 3 tablespoons grated Pecorino Romano cheese
Instructions:
- Sauté the vegetables: In a Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until it starts to soften (about 3 minutes). Add the zucchini and cook for another 3 minutes, until it’s crisp-tender. Then, add the minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir constantly for 30 seconds until the garlic becomes fragrant.
- Add liquids and cook the tortellini: Stir in the vegetable broth, diced tomatoes, and water. Cover the pot and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, add the refrigerated tortellini and cook according to the package instructions.
- Finish the soup: Once the tortellini is cooked, stir in the fresh spinach and cook until it wilts, about 1 minute.
- Serve and garnish: Ladle the soup evenly into 6 bowls. Top each bowl with a sprinkle of fresh basil and grated Pecorino Romano cheese.
This Tortellini Spinach Soup is the perfect balance of flavors and textures. With its rich, veggie-packed broth and tender cheese-filled tortellini, it’s a complete meal that’s both satisfying and delicious. And at just 5 Weight Watchers points per serving, it’s a great option for anyone looking for a hearty yet healthy dish!