Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Heat the oil: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Add garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add broth and tomatoes: Pour in the chicken broth and add the can of diced tomatoes (with their juice). Stir to combine.
- Season: Sprinkle in the dried basil and oregano, and season with salt and pepper. Stir again to blend the flavors.
- Simmer: Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Add tortellini: Stir in the cheese tortellini and cook according to the package instructions (usually 3-5 minutes for fresh tortellini, or 7-10 minutes for frozen).
- Add spinach: Once the tortellini is cooked, stir in the spinach and cook for another 2-3 minutes, until the spinach is wilted.
- Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and top with grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Notes
I made this recipe using fresh spinach and cheese tortellini. Feel free to use frozen spinach or a different type of pasta if preferred. Just be sure to adjust cooking times accordingly.
Spinach Tortellini Soup is not only tasty but also incredibly versatile. You can experiment with adding extra vegetables like carrots or zucchini, or even include a splash of heavy cream for a creamier texture. The soup keeps well in the fridge for up to three days and tastes even better the next day when the flavors have had time to meld.