Recipe Details

• Author: deesviral
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 30 minutes
• Total Time: 45 minutes
• Yield: 6 servings
• Category: Soup / Light Dinner
• Cuisine: American / Italian-Inspired
• Keywords: Weight Watchers soup, tortellini soup, light comfort soup, deesviral

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 1 small onion, diced
• 2 carrots, sliced
• 2 celery stalks, sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 6 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
• 1 cup cooked chicken breast, shredded (optional)
• 1 cup refrigerated or frozen cheese tortellini
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• 2 cups fresh spinach or kale
• Optional: grated Parmesan for serving

Instructions

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for 5–6 minutes until softened.
3. Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Add broth, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
5. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
6. Add tortellini and cook according to package directions, about 5–7 minutes.
7. Stir in cooked chicken (if using) and spinach. Cook 2–3 minutes until greens are wilted.
8. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
9. Serve hot with a light sprinkle of Parmesan if desired.

Tips & Variations

• Use mini tortellini to keep portions lighter.
• Swap chicken for white beans for a vegetarian version.
• For meal prep, add tortellini fresh when reheating to avoid overcooking.

Why This Recipe Works

A broth-based base keeps the soup light while vegetables and herbs build flavor. Using a controlled portion of tortellini adds satisfaction without excess calories, making this soup comforting, balanced, and Weight Watchers–friendly.