This soup is creamy, hearty, and feels indulgent, but it’s made with zero-point ingredients (plus the tortellini). It’s ready in under 30 minutes!
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American, Italian
Keyword: Easy Soup, Weight Watchers, Tortellini Soup
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 6
Estimated WW Points per serving: The base is 0 points. Points will vary based on the tortellini you use (typically 3-6 points per serving). Always check your specific brand.
Ingredients
- 1 lb. 99% lean ground turkey breast (or chicken breast)
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups (32 oz) fat-free, low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 tsp. Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp. salt (or to taste)
- ¼ tsp. black pepper
- ¼ tsp. red pepper flakes (optional, for a little heat)
- 4 cups fresh baby spinach
- 9 oz. refrigerated cheese tortellini (look for a lower-point brand if possible)
- 2 Tbsp. grated Parmesan cheese for serving (optional, adds points)
Instructions
- Brown the Turkey: In a large stockpot or Dutch oven, cook the ground turkey and diced onion over medium-high heat. Use a wooden spoon to break up the turkey as it cooks. Cook until the turkey is no longer pink and the onion is soft (about 5-7 minutes). Add the minced garlic and cook for one more minute until fragrant.
- Create the Broth: Add the chicken broth, diced tomatoes (with their juice), Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using) to the pot. Stir to combine.
- Simmer: Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Cook the Tortellini: Increase the heat to medium-high to return the soup to a boil. Add the refrigerated tortellini and cook according to the package directions (usually about 7-9 minutes).
- Wilt the Spinach: Once the tortellini is cooked, turn off the heat. Stir in the fresh baby spinach until it wilts into the soup, which will only take a minute.
- Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls. If using, sprinkle a little Parmesan cheese over the top before serving.
Notes
- Vegetable Variations: Feel free to add other zero-point vegetables like sliced mushrooms, diced zucchini, or chopped bell peppers when you add the broth.
- Creamy Version (Adds Points): For a creamier soup, stir in ¼ cup of light cream cheese or plain, non-fat Greek yogurt at the very end, after you’ve turned off the heat.
- Tortellini Choice: The points in this soup come almost entirely from the tortellini. Choosing a brand with higher fiber or whole wheat can sometimes lower the points slightly.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for u
