Name: Easy Green Tortellini Soup
Total time: 20 min
Ingredients: 4 tablespoons basil pesto; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 2 cups refrigerated spinach-and-cheese tortellini; 1 cup packed chopped spinach; 1 cup frozen green peas; 1/2 cup chopped scallions; 3 cups unsalted vegetable broth, divided

Easy Green Tortellini Soup

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The base of this green tortellini soup is prepared in advance and stored in separate containers for an easy grab-and-go lunch. Layer the spinach on top of the pesto to create a barrier that will keep the tortellini from getting soggy. When you’re ready to enjoy it, simply add the broth and heat it in the microwave. This recipe is low in saturated fat, a type of fat folks with certain health conditions, like diabetes, need to be aware of, and has a healthy amount of carbs to support stable blood sugar levels, which translates to stable energy levels.

Jasmine Smith

Published on December 29, 2023

Reviewed by Dietitian

Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD

Tested by

Amanda Holstein

Active Time:

15 mins

Total Time:

20 mins

Servings:

4 servings

Nutrition Profile:

Sesame-Free Diabetes-Appropriate Soy-Free Vegetarian

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Ingredients

4 tablespoons basil pesto
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 cups refrigerated spinach-and-cheese tortellini
1 cup packed chopped spinach
1 cup frozen green peas
1/2 cup scallions
3 cups unsalted vegetable broth, divided

Directions

Divide pesto and lemon juice among 4 (1-pint) canning jars or microwaveable airtight containers; stir to combine. Layer each jar with 1/2 cup tortellini, 1/4 cup spinach, 1/4 cup peas and 2 tablespoons scallions. Cover and refrigerate for up to 3 days.

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall , Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless
To prepare 1 jar of soup: Add 3/4 cup broth to the jar. Microwave, uncovered, on High in 1-minute increments, stirring between each, until the soup is steaming hot and the tortellini is tender, 4 to 5 minutes total. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

a recipe photo of the Green Tortellini Soup — Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall , Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless

To make ahead

Prepare through Step 1. Refrigerate covered jars for up to 3 days.

Equipment

4 (1-pint) canning jars or microwaveable airtight containers

EatingWell.com, December 2023

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

282	Calories
10g	Fat
37g	Carbs
12g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Serving Size 1 1/2 cups
Calories 282
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 37g	13%
Dietary Fiber 4g	14%
Total Sugars 5g
Protein 12g	23%
Total Fat 10g	13%
Saturated Fat 3g	15%
Cholesterol 23mg	8%
Vitamin A 398Âµg
Vitamin C 12mg	13%
Vitamin D 0Âµg
Vitamin E 2mg	12%
Folate 90Âµg
Vitamin K 101Âµg
Sodium 465mg	20%
Calcium 169mg	13%
Iron 2mg	11%
Magnesium 42mg	10%
Potassium 351mg	7%
Zinc 1mg	11%
Vitamin B12 0Âµg
Omega 3 0g

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.