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🍲 Why You’ll Love This Soup
✅ WW-friendly – Low in SmartPoints, but big on flavor
✅ Hearty and filling – Thanks to cheese tortellini and protein-rich veggies
✅ One-pot wonder – Easy to make, easy to clean up
✅ Customizable – Use what you have on hand
✅ Freezer-friendly – Great for meal prep
🥣 Ingredients
Serves: 6
WW Points: Varies by plan, approx. 5–7 points per serving (based on portion size and ingredients used)
You’ll Need:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 medium carrots, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 zucchini, diced (optional)
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes, with juice
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach or kale
- 9 oz (about 2 cups) cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- Grated Parmesan cheese for garnish (optional but delicious)
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Sauté the Aromatics
In a large soup pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions, garlic, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5–7 minutes, until vegetables begin to soften.
2. Add Broth and Tomatoes
Pour in the broth, diced tomatoes (with their juices), and Italian seasoning. Season with a little salt and pepper.
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for 10 minutes.
3. Add Tortellini and Spinach
Stir in the tortellini and cook according to package instructions—usually about 5–7 minutes, until tender.
During the last 2 minutes of cooking, stir in the spinach until wilted.
4. Taste and Serve
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Ladle into bowls and top with a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese if desired (just watch the portion for points!).
🥄 Serving Suggestions
This soup is a meal on its own, but if you want to pair it with something, try:
- A side salad with light vinaigrette
- A slice of whole grain bread (track points!)
- Roasted vegetables or steamed green beans
🧊 Storage & Meal Prep Tips
- Fridge: Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days
- Freezer: If freezing, cook the tortellini separately and add after reheating to avoid mushy pasta
- Reheat: Warm gently on the stovetop or in the microwave
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