This slow cooker vegetable tortellini soup is a comforting, flavorful meal that brings simple soup vegetables—carrots, onion, and celery—together in a savory tomato broth. Add your favorite tortellini for a nourishing, satisfying bowl. It works as a meatless option or a hearty soup on a chilly day. Below are clear instructions for both a slow cooker and an Instant Pot.
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Ingredients For Slow Cooker Vegetable Tortellini Soup
- Frozen or fresh tortellini (about 9 ounces)
- Diced tomatoes (15 ounces)
- Vegetable or chicken broth (4 cups)
- Water (2 cups, or more broth)
- Fresh or frozen spinach (about 2 cups, chopped)
- Carrots (2, peeled and diced)
- Onion (1/3 cup, diced)
- Celery (2 ribs, sliced)
- Garlic (2 cloves, minced)
- Grated Parmesan cheese (1 cup)
- Seasoning: dried basil (1 tbsp), salt (1 1/2 tsp, or to taste), pepper (1/2 tsp)
How To Make Vegetable Tortellini Soup
Slow Cooker
- Add all ingredients except the spinach and tortellini to the slow cooker. Stir to combine.
- Cook on HIGH 2 to 3 hours or LOW 4 to 6 hours, until the vegetables are tender and flavors are blended.
- During the last 10 minutes of cooking, stir in the spinach and tortellini, and allow the tortellini to cook through.
Instant Pot
- Add all ingredients except the spinach and tortellini to the Instant Pot.
- Close the lid and seal the valve. Set to high pressure and cook for 25 minutes. When the time is up, perform a quick release.
- Open the lid and stir in the spinach and tortellini. Let the pasta cook until tender, then serve.
FAQs & Tips
What is tortellini?
Tortellini is a ring-shaped filled pasta commonly stuffed with cheese, meat, or a combination. It cooks quickly and makes soups more substantial.
What type of tortellini should you use?
Use your favorite brand—fresh or frozen both work. Cheese-filled tortellini is shown in the photos, but meat-filled varieties can also be used if you prefer.
Can you add meat to this?
Yes. Add up to 1/2 pound of ground meat, sausage, or poultry. If using ground meat or sausage, brown and drain it before adding to the slow cooker for best texture and flavor.
How do you store leftovers?
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave. Note that tortellini will absorb some broth over time; add a splash of water or broth when reheating if needed.
What size slow cooker should you use?
A 6-quart slow cooker is a convenient size for this recipe and leaves room for stirring and expansion while cooking. An Instant Pot of similar capacity also works well.
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Slow Cooker Vegetable Tortellini Soup
This slow cooker vegetable tortellini soup brings garden vegetables and tender tortellini together in a tomato-scented broth. Simple to assemble and adaptable to what you have on hand, it’s perfect for weeknights or meal prep.
- Author: Shannon Epstein
Ingredients
- 9 ounces frozen or fresh tortellini
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 2 cups water (or more broth)
- 15 ounces diced tomatoes
- 2 cups fresh or frozen chopped spinach
- 2 celery ribs, sliced
- 2 carrots, peeled and diced
- 1/3 cup diced onion
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon dried basil
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt (or to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
Slow Cooker
- Add all the ingredients except the spinach and tortellini, and stir to combine.
- Cook on HIGH 2 to 3 hours or LOW 4 to 6 hours.
- Stir in the spinach and tortellini during the last 10 minutes so the pasta finishes cooking.
Instant Pot
- Add all ingredients except the spinach and tortellini to the Instant Pot.
- Seal the lid and set to high pressure for 25 minutes. Quick release when finished.
- Stir in the spinach and tortellini and cook until the pasta is tender.
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