Tuscan Tortellini Soup (Gluten Free)

This summer I traveled to Tuscany and completely fell in love with the flavors they use in their dishes. From rich tomato bases to dishes packed with garlic, oregano and basil, I could not have been more obsessed with the meals we had there! This tuscan tortellini soup recipe is a combination of both! This gluten free soup has a rich tomato base, cheesy tortellini, italian seasoning and sweet potatoes! It is hearty, filling and absolutely delicious.

If you love easy dinner recipes made with tomatoes, you’ll also love my one pan mozzarella stuffed meatballs and my pasta with romesco sauce, and my one pan gluten free pasta bake.

why you’ll love this gluten free recipe

• This tuscan tortellini soup recipe makes for the perfect comfort food dinner. Nothing is more comforting then soup. I LOVE a cozy soup.
• This soupe also makes for a great side dish! Its creamy, hearty and pairs well with garlic bread!
• The best part about this tuscan tortellini soup recipe is that it is a one pot meal…which means only one pot to make it! I absolutely hate doing dishes so only one pot to clean up is ideal.
• This recipe is allergy friendly. I used dairy free cheese and milk for an easy dairy free recipe! I used gluten free tortellini to make this a gluten free soup recipe.
• It’s an easy freezer friendly meal, which means it is a great option for a meal prep! You’ll have it ready to go when you need to just pull a dinner out of the freezer and heat up the italian tortellini soup quick.

ingredients & substitutions

Sweet Potatoes: To make this tuscan tortellini soup I used Bako Sweet Sweet Potatoes for extra vitamin A, extra fiber and some healthy carbohydrates! I love Bako Sweet Sweet Potatoes because they are organically grown in California with no pesticides in a nutrient-dense soil! Of course they are allergen free, Vegan and Gluten-Free! They are available at Walmart, Sprouts, Safeway, Smart & Final, Whole Foods, Albertsons and Sam’s Club!

Onion: A classic base for many soups! I learned how to start a soup like this with onions during a cooking class I took and I haven’t looked back since!

Crushed Tomatoes: For this italian tortellini soup recipe I used canned crushed tomatoes but fresh crushed tomatoes would work too!

Milk of Choice: Provides creaminess and richness. You can use skim milk, whole milk, oat milk or plant based milk. I used oat milk here. m

Ricotta Cheese: You can use low fat ricotta, full fat ricotta or a dairy free ricotta cheese.

Chicken Bone Broth: I like using bone broth because it is richer than chicken broth or chicken stock. It is also packed with nutrients. If I don’t have bone broth, chicken broth or chicken stock works just the same.

Parmesan Cheese: I use dairy free parmesan cheese for a dairy free recipe.

Gluten-Free Tortellini: To keep this a gluten free soup recipe, I used a gluten free tortellini. I bought it at wegmans.

Spinach: I use fresh spinach but frozen spinach works just as well!

Ground Turkey: A lean protein source. Ground chicken or Italian sausage can be used for a different flavor in this tuscan tortellini soup.

directions

Step 1

In a pot, add 1 lb ground turkey, olive oil, salt, pepper and garlic. Brown until fully cooked. Set aside.

Step 2

In the same pot, without cleaning out, add the chopped onion, minced garlic and olive oil. Cook for 5-7 minutes or until onions are cooked.

Step 3

Add in chopped sweet potatoes, ground turkey, crushed tomatoes, bone broth, seasoning, ricotta and milk. Let cook for 25-35 minutes.

Step 4

Add in the spinach and tortellini. Cook for another 20 minutes or until tortellini is soft and fully cooked.

Step 5

I like to serve my tuscan tortellini soup with a dollop of ricotta, parmesan and red pepper flakes.

expert tips & tricks

If you don’t have crushed tomatoes you can use any fresh tomatoes and roast and crush them yourself! I love doing this when I have tomatoes fresh from my garden or even from the farmers market!

I like to combine the milk, ricotta and parmesan together, mix it up and then pour into the soup once it is combined. That way its thick and creamy when added to the tuscan tortellini soup!

serving, storing and meal prepping

This tuscan tortellini soup can be served on its own or with a side salad! I love serving it with a thick piece of garlic bread to soak up the broth with. I always serve it hot, right out of the pot!

To store, I let the italian tortellini soup cool completely before refrigerating in an airtight container for up to four days.

For longer storage, I love to portion the tuscan tortellini soup into freezer-safe containers and freeze for up to 2 months.

To meal prep into individual portions, divide the italian tortellini soup into separate containers. These individual portions of gluten free soup are my favorite for great grab-and-go lunches or quick dinners during the week.

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