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    Creamy Tortellini Spinach Soup

    Published: Dec 27, 2022 by Nicole Addison · This post may contain affiliate links · 2 Comments

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    Ready in 30 minutes or less, my creamy tortellini spinach soup is going to be your new favourite cozy meal-prep. High in protein, fibre, and vegetarian friendly- what more could you want?

    Creamy tortellini spinach soup in bowls, served with bread.

    I've always been a big soup fan. With these chilly Canadian winters, a salad just does not cut it anymore. This time of year I like to prioritize warming, comforting and cozy meals- it won't completely cure the seasonal blues, but it definitely helps!

    As a dietitian, I do like to make sure that my soups are filling enough to be a main meal. I love a good pureed veggie soup, but sometimes they don't leave me feeling full! When I'm building an "entree soup", I try to make sure there is a good source of protein and fibre to satiate me. And don't underestimate the power of a chunky soup- sometimes chewing can do wonders for satisfaction! So in my hunt for the perfect, filling AND delicious soup, I came up with this creamy spinach tortellini soup. And I'm never looking back!

    Table of contents

    • Why You Need This Creamy Tortellini Spinach Soup
    • Main Ingredients
    • How To Make This Creamy Spinach Tortellini Soup
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • More Cozy Dinner Recipes

    Why You Need This Creamy Tortellini Spinach Soup

    I'm so glad this soup entered my life. You will be too! Here's why:

    1. Balanced meal- Soup can be a balanced meal too! Here we have lots of protein in the sausage, fibre in the beans and veggies, and satiating fats in the cheese. Plus some yummy tortellini, because carbs are important too!
    2. Meal-prep friendly- I've been feeling a little tired with the business of this time of year, and I know you are too. Make a big batch of this soup, and have all your lunches or dinners for the week ready to go.
    3. Minimal prep- There's very little chopping in this recipe. It's a great "throw it together" meal for those nights you just can't be bothered.

    Main Ingredients

    Ingredients for creamy tortellini spinach soup in bowls.
    • Onion and garlic- I love all my aromatics. They're a non-negotiable.
    • Turkey sausage- This is my preferred protein, but adjust to your preference. Chicken, pork or veggie sausage would also be delicious.
    • Diced tomatoes- I went with a herbs and spices variety for extra flavour.
    • White navy beans- Beans are definitely an underrated food. They're jam-packed with fibre and are a good source of plant-based protein. Paired with the vitamin C from the tomatoes, they also provide some bioavailable iron.
    • Vegetable broth- Can swap with broth of choice.
    • Cheese tortellini- I used frozen cheese tortellini. You should be able to find this in most grocery stores.
    • Spinach- Fresh or frozen works.
    • Salt, pepper and Italian spice blend- My spices of choice!
    • Parmesan cheese- The BEST topper for basically any dish.
    • Toast (optional)- Depending on how hungry I am, I like having some toast on the side.

    How To Make This Creamy Spinach Tortellini Soup

    Creamy spinach tortellini soup close-up in a pot.

    Step One: In a large pot over medium-high heat, add olive oil. Once hot, add onion and garlic. Saute for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently until fragrant and onions appear translucent in colour.

    Step Two: With a sharp knife, slice the casing of each sausage lengthwise. Remove the sausage meat from the casing and add to the onion and garlic. Saute until fully cooked through and meat is no longer pink in colour (about 5 minutes). Stir in Italian spice blend. 

    Step Three: Pour in an entire can of diced tomatoes (including the juices), along with the navy beans and vegetable broth. Stir. Bring to a simmer for about 10 minutes. Stir in spinach (this may need to be done in batches as the spinach wilts to allow room!) and tortellini (no need to thaw this first). Cover and simmer for about 10 minutes, occasionally stirring until spinach wilts and tortellini is tender.

    Step Four: Adjust seasoning to desired taste. Serve hot with toast on the side.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Can I make this recipe vegan or vegetarian?

    Yes- to make it vegetarian, swap the turkey sausage for a veggie sausage. To make it vegan, use veggie sausage, plant-based cheese, and a vegan tortellini.

    How can I reheat this soup?

    My creamy tortellini spinach soup is best reheated on the stove. Bring to a gentle boil, then turn off the heat. Just be mindful that you don't overcook the pasta!

    What can I serve with this recipe?

    I love a good buttered piece of crusty bread. If you want a little more veg action, my lemon-parm zucchini fries or air fryer kale chips would be so tasty on the side.

    Creamy spinach tortellini soup in a pot, with bread and parmesan on the side.

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    P.S. I LOVE SEEING MY RECIPES IN ACTION! IF YOU DECIDE TO MAKE THIS TORTELLINI SOUP, DON’T FORGET TO TAG ME ON INSTAGRAM -@NOURISHEDBYNIC OR LEAVE A COMMENT BELOW!

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    Creamy Tortellini Spinach Soup

    Ready in 30 minutes or less, my creamy tortellini spinach soup is going to be your new favourite cozy meal-prep. High in protein, fibre, and vegetarian friendly- what more could you want?
    Prep Time5 minutes mins
    Cook Time30 minutes mins
    Course: Main Course, Soup
    Cuisine: American, Italian
    Keyword: 30 minute meals, soup
    Author: Nicole Addison

    Ingredients 

    • 2 tablespoon olive oil
    • 1.5 cups yellow onion diced (about ½ a large onion)
    • 3 cloves garlic
    • 1 lb turkey sausage
    • 1 tablespoon Italian spice blend
    • 1 can herbs and spices diced tomatoes 756 mL
    • 1 can white navy beans 540 mL, rinsed and drained
    • 1 carton vegetable broth 900mL
    • 3 cups frozen cheese tortellini
    • About 6 cups of spinach 1x 284g bag
    • Salt and black pepper to taste
    • Parmesan cheese for topping

    Instructions

    • In a large pot over medium-high heat, add olive oil. Once hot, add onion and garlic. Saute for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently until fragrant and onions appear translucent in colour.
    • With a sharp knife, slice the casing of each sausage lengthwise. Remove the sausage meat from the casing and add to the onion and garlic. Saute until fully cooked through and meat is no longer pink in colour (about 5 minutes). Stir in Italian spice blend.
    • Pour in an entire can of diced tomatoes (including the juices), along with the navy beans and vegetable broth. Stir. Bring to a simmer for about 10 minutes. Stir in spinach (this may need to be done in batches as the spinach wilts to allow room!) and tortellini (no need to thaw this first). Cover and simmer for about 10 minutes, occasionally stirring until spinach wilts and tortellini is tender.
    • Adjust seasoning to desired taste.
    Tried this recipe?I love seeing my recipes in action! Don't forget to tag me @nourishedbynic or use the hashtag #nourishedbynic!

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    1. Erin

      January 05, 2023 at 8:48 pm

      5 stars
      SO good and so easy to make! Definitely adding to my winter dinner rotation!

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      • Nicole Addison

        January 05, 2023 at 10:10 pm

        Hi Erin,

        I am SO glad you enjoyed this one!

        Nicole

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