Name: Quick and Easy Tortellini Soup with Spinach
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 large onion (finely chopped); 2 cloves garlic (minced); 2 cans diced tomatoes (with juice (15 ounce cans)); 4 cups chicken broth; 1 tablespoon dried parsley; 1 tablespoon dried basil; 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning; 1 tablespoons granulated sugar; 1 package frozen or fresh cheese tortellini (about 19 ounces); 3-6 cups fresh baby spinach; salt and pepper to taste

Tortellini soup with spinachis a quick, simple, healthy dinner idea that the whole family will love and it is done in about 30 minutes!

This soup is really simple, comes together in under 30 minutes, and is the perfect match for mySuper Simple No-Knead Breadrecipe. Have you tried that bread yet? It’s amazing.

This is one of those throw-together soups that I find myself making over and over again because it comes together quickly and everyone loves to eat it. My kids liked this soup because it’s full of cheese tortellini, and I loved that they ate it because it’s full of vegetables. The leftovers were even more delicious the next day, when everything had time to marry and blend.

Top view of the completed tortellini soup with tomatoes and spinach.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Since it’s a one-pot meal, you won’t have a pile of dishes to clean up afterward.
Packed with fresh spinach and tomatoes, this soup is a healthy meal option.
Ready in just 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights.
You can easily adapt the recipe by adding your favorite vegetables or protein.

Recipe Ingredients

Olive Oil
Onion
Garlic
Canned Tomatoes
Chicken Broth
Sugar– Granulated
Tortellini– Pre-packaged
Spinach: I like to use fresh baby spinach
Herbs– Dried parsley, basil, and Italian seasoning

See the recipe card below for full information on ingredients and quantities

glass bowls and measuring dishes over marble table aesthetically arranged - ingredients like tortellin - stock - tomatoes - spinach - and spices

Popular Substitutions and Variations

Meaty Twist:Add cooked Italian sausage, ground beef, or shredded rotisserie chicken to make the soup heartier and meatier.
Creamy Comfort:For a creamy tomato tortellini soup, stir in half-and-half or heavy cream at the end of cooking to create a luscious, creamy texture.
More Veggies:Experiment with additional vegetables like diced carrots, celery, or bell peppers to enhance the soup’s nutritional value and flavor variety.

How To Make Tortellini Soup with Spinach

Top view of a pot with sautéed garlic and spices with onion cooked down.

Step #1.In a large pot, sauté the onion in olive oil until soft, then add garlic and cook until fragrant.

Top view pot with soup stock and spices in side.

Step #2.Add diced tomatoes, chicken broth, parsley, basil, Italian seasoning, and sugar. Bring to a boil, then simmer.

Top view pot with tortellini laid over a bunch of spinach.

Step #3.Add tortellini and spinach to the pot. Cook until the tortellini is tender and spinach is wilted.

POV top view of a ladle close to the camera close to the camera over the large pot of tortellini soup.

Step #4.Adjust salt and pepper to taste, then serve the soup hot.

Recipe FAQs

How long does it take to cook the spinach?

Spinach cooks really quickly. Cook spinach until it is wilted, usually 4-5 minutes. Sometimes I’ll chop the spinach up before adding it to the pot so that it’s easier for kids to eat.

Can I cook spinach tortellini in advance and reheat it later?

Yes, you can cook spinach tortellini in advance and reheat it. To do so, cook the tortellini until it’s al dente, then drain and rinse it with cold water to stop the cooking process. Toss it with a bit of oil to prevent sticking, and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator. When you’re ready to eat, reheat it gently on the stove or in the microwave.

How can I prevent spinach tortellini from sticking together while cooking?

To prevent tortellini from sticking together, make sure to use a large pot with plenty of boiling, salted water. Stir the tortellini gently after adding it to the pot and occasionally while it cooks. Adding a bit of oil to the boiling water can also help reduce sticking.

What tomato products are best to use in tortellini soup?

The recipe suggests using diced tomatoes which are a great option, but you can use quite a few other things as well.You have a lot of options when it comes to what tomato products you use. I have used 1 quarts of home-canned whole tomatoes in their own juice. I have also made this before using 2 cans of diced tomatoes, and I have also made it using whole tomatoes in their own juice and I just diced the tomatoes before adding them. Crushed tomatoes on their own or combined with diced are also a good option too. Feel free to use what you have on hand.

Top view of bowls of tortellini tomato soup in a scene over marble table with rolls, whole tomatoes, a wooden spoon, and the edge of the large pot of soup with a ladle in it.

Expert Tips

Aim for al dente tortellinitoprevent them from becoming mushy.
Add spinach just before servingto keep itvibrant and fresh.
For a richer flavor,use fire-roasted tomatoesor add a splash of balsamic vinegar.
Feel free toadd other veggieslike zucchini or mushrooms, or even some cooked sausage for extra protein.

POV top view of soup on the spoon with the bowl of tortellini soup in the background.

How to Serve and Store Tortellini Soup

I love all things bread with this soup such as myfavorite go-to sourdough bread,super simple no-knead bread,French baguettes,Mom’s easy French bread recipe, or myeasy bread sticks recipe. And nothing goes better with soup and bread than a fresh salad like myBrussels sprout salad,arugula salad, orcaesar salad.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. You can freeze the soup with or without the tortellini in it. Simply put in a freezer safe container and freeze up to 3 months. The pasta will get a little soft when you reheat it but it’s never stop us from enjoying it out of the freezer.