Italian Tortellini Stew

Warm up with a hearty bowl of Italian Tortellini Stew, a comforting one-pot recipe brimming with vibrant vegetables, tender cheese tortellini, and a medley of Italian-inspired flavors. This easy-to-make stew brings together sautéed onions, garlic, carrots, zucchini, and celery in a rich tomato and vegetable broth, perfectly seasoned with dried Italian herbs. Fresh spinach adds a nutritious touch, while refrigerated cheese tortellini makes it irresistibly satisfying. Ready in just 45 minutes, this stew is ideal for busy weeknights or cozy weekends. Garnish with grated Parmesan and fresh basil for a burst of flavor, and enjoy a delicious blend of savory tastes in every spoonful. Perfect for feeding the family or meal prepping, it’s a wholesome and filling dish that will have everyone asking for seconds. Keywords: Italian Tortellini Stew, vegetable stew, easy dinner, cheese tortellini recipe, comforting soup.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
• 2 stalks celery stalks, chopped
• 1 medium zucchini, diced
• 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes, with juices
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
• 3 cups fresh spinach, chopped
• 20 ounces refrigerated cheese tortellini
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves, chopped (optional)
• 0 (to taste) grated Parmesan cheese, for garnish

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and minced garlic, and sauté for 3-4 minutes until fragrant and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the carrots and celery, cooking for another 5 minutes until slightly softened.

Step 4

Add the diced zucchini, canned diced tomatoes (with juices), and vegetable broth to the pot. Stir to combine.

Step 5

Sprinkle in the Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to medium-low and let the stew simmer uncovered for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

Stir in the fresh spinach and cheese tortellini. Cook for another 5-7 minutes, or until the tortellini is tender and heated through.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if needed.

Step 9

Remove the pot from heat and stir in fresh basil leaves, if using.

Step 10

Ladle the stew into bowls and garnish with grated Parmesan cheese before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3074.9 grams (3074.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2646

Total Fat 61.10g	78%
Saturated Fat 26.30g	132%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.30g
Cholesterol 174mg	58%
Sodium 10238mg	445%
Total Carbohydrate 429.40g	156%
Dietary Fiber 46.00g	164%
Total Sugars 60.90g
Protein 110.20g	220%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1504mg	116%
Iron 27mg	149%
Potassium 6434mg	137%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 20.3%

Protein: 16.3%

Carbs: 63.4%