Description
Slow Cooker Tortellini Soup is a comforting and hearty meal that combines cheesy tortellini with fresh vegetables, rich broth, and savory herbs. This easy-to-make soup simmers slowly to meld flavors perfectly, making it ideal for a cozy weeknight dinner. It’s versatile, family-friendly, and perfect for leftovers.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese Tortellini
- Fresh or frozen cheese tortellini (about 9-12 ounces)
Vegetables & Aromatics
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 2 medium carrots, chopped
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Broth & Base
- 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 cup tomato sauce or 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
Herbs & Seasoning
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Red pepper flakes (optional, for spicy twist)
Finishing Ingredients
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare Your Aromatics: Start by sautéing diced onions and minced garlic in olive oil over medium heat until they are soft and fragrant. This step builds a solid flavor foundation before slow cooking.
- Combine Ingredients in the Slow Cooker: Transfer the sautéed onions and garlic to your slow cooker. Add the broth, tomato sauce or diced tomatoes, chopped carrots, oregano, basil, and salt and pepper. Stir everything well to combine.
- Cook Low and Slow: Cover and cook the soup on low for 5-6 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, allowing the flavors to meld and the vegetables to soften.
- Add Tortellini and Greens: About 30 minutes before you plan to serve, stir in the tortellini and fresh spinach. Cook until the pasta is tender and the spinach is wilted.
- Finish with Parmesan and Serve: Turn off the slow cooker and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy. Adjust seasoning if needed, then serve warm.
Notes
- Use fresh herbs and vegetables to elevate the soup’s freshness and flavor complexity.
- Add tortellini towards the end of cooking to prevent it from becoming mushy.
- Sauté onions and garlic before slow cooking to deepen the base flavor.
- If the soup is too thick during cooking, add extra broth or water to adjust the consistency.
- Season the soup at the end of cooking for the best flavor balance.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5-6 hours (low) or 3-4 hours (high)
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: slow cooker soup, tortellini soup, cheese tortellini, easy dinner, comfort food, Italian soup, vegetarian soup
