If you had a busy day and don’t want to spend too much thinking about dinner, our one-pot tortellini soup is the answer. Bold Italian flavors simmering away in a clear broth makes for a bowl that’s perfect for chilly nights.

Active time: 10 minutes | Total time: 15 minutes

One-Pot Tortellini Soup

Ingredients

• 2 tsp olive oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 1/2 tsp dried Italian seasoning
• 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp coarsely ground black pepper
• 1 32-oz. carton low-sodium vegetable or chicken broth
• 1 14.5-oz. can low-sodium diced tomatoes in juice
• 1 9-oz. package refrigerated whole-wheat cheese tortellini
• 3 cups baby spinach

Directions

Heat the olive oil in a Dutch oven or soup pot over medium-high heat. Add the onion, garlic, Italian seasoning, crushed red pepper, salt, and black pepper. Sauté for about 4 minutes, or until the onion is tender.

Stir in the broth and tomatoes and bring the mixture to a boil. Add the tortellini, reduce the heat, and gently boil, stirring occasionally, for about 7 minutes, or until the tortellini are cooked through.

Stir in the spinach and cook for about 30 seconds, or until wilted. Remove from the heat and serve immediately.

Serves: 4 | Serving Size: 1 3/4 cups 

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 271; Total Fat: 9g; Saturated Fat: 2g; Monounsaturated Fat: 2g; Polyunsaturated Fat: 0g; Cholesterol: 38mg; Sodium: 835mg; Carbohydrate: 40g; Dietary Fiber: 6g; Sugar: 7g; Protein: 12g

Nutrition Bonus: Potassium: 489mg; Iron: 20%; Vitamin A: 142%; Vitamin C: 14%; Calcium: 16%

Originally published: March 19, 2016; Updated June 2026

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This 30-minute summer pasta is the perfect recipe to make when the late-summer tomatoes are at their peak. The no-cook sauce gets better as the tomatoes sit with the vinegar, garlic and olive oil and release their sweet juices. When picking out your zucchini, look for small, firm ones that don’t have too many seeds. The heat from the cooked pasta ever so slightly wilts the raw ribbons of zucchini so they’re tender enough to eat, but still retain some of their bite and color.

To give this meal a vegetarian protein and fiber boost, add a 15-oz. can of white beans, which also provide a rustic, hearty flavor.

Active time: 30 minutes | Total time: 30 minutes

No-Cook Tomato Sauce With Zucchini Ribbons

Ingredients

• 1 pint (360g) sungold or cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/4 cup (56g) olive oil
• 2 tbsp red wine or sherry vinegar
• 1 large garlic clove, minced
• 1/2 tsp salt, divided
• 1/2 tsp black pepper, divided
• 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper
• 8 oz. (227g) long whole-wheat pasta, preferably tagliatelle or pappardelle
• 2 small zucchini
• 4 torn fresh basil leaves

Directions

In a large bowl, combine the tomatoes, olive oil, vinegar, garlic, and crushed red pepper. Season with 1/4 tsp kosher salt and 1/4 tsp freshly ground pepper. Let the mixture stand while you prepare the pasta and zucchini, stirring occasionally and gently pressing on the tomatoes with the back of a spoon to help release their juices.

Using a vegetable peeler or mandoline, shave the zucchini into long, thin ribbons.

Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook the pasta until al dente. Drain well and immediately transfer the hot pasta to the bowl with the tomato mixture. Add the zucchini ribbons and toss gently to combine. Taste and season with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.

Divide the pasta among four shallow bowls. Garnish with torn basil leaves, Parmesan cheese, and a sprinkle of flaky sea salt, if desired. Serve warm.

Serves: 4 | Serving Size: About 2 cups

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 375; Total Fat: 17g; Saturated Fat: 3g; Monounsaturated Fat: 10g; Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g; Cholesterol: 2mg; Sodium: 354mg; Carbohydrate: 48g; Dietary Fiber: 8g; Sugar: 3g; Protein: 10g

Nutrition Bonus: Calcium: 6%; Iron: 15%; Potassium: 636mg; Vitamin A: 13%; Vitamin C: 47%

Originally published September 1, 2020; Updated June 2026

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Quick-cooking farro and tomatoes make for an insanely easy, one-pot wonder that will revolutionize your weeknight cooking. This recipe is a spin on a one-pot pasta, but in place of spaghetti we use farro, a nutty, fiber-rich grain (1). Sausage, kale, tomatoes, garlic and onion are all cooked in one vessel with some water and a little olive oil and gently simmered until the grain absorbs the liquid and the tomatoes break down to make a bright sauce. The result is a filling, risotto-like dish that also reheats beautifully for lunch the next day. This recipe calls for quick-cooking farro, but semi-pearled also works.

Active time: 10 minutes | Total time: 45 minutes

One-Pot Farro with Sausage, Kale and Tomatoes

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 lb (230g) sweet Italian sausage, casings removed
• 2 cups (400g) quick-cooking farro
• 1 lb (450g) cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
• 2 large garlic cloves, thinly sliced
• 1 1/2 tsp kosher salt
• 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper
• 4 cups water
• 2 cups (150g) packed Lacinato kale leaves, stemmed and chopped

Directions

In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sausage and cook, stirring frequently and breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and nearly cooked through to an internal temperature of 160°F, about 3–5 minutes.

Add the farro, tomatoes, onion, garlic, kosher salt, crushed red pepper, and 4 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer uncovered for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until most of the liquid has been absorbed.

Fold in the kale and cook for about 5 minutes more, or until wilted.

Spoon the farro mixture into shallow bowls. Drizzle with additional olive oil and garnish with torn basil leaves, freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, and flaky sea salt, if desired. Serve immediately.

Serves: 6 | Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 408; Total Fat: 14g; Saturated Fat: 4g; Monounsaturated Fat: 8g; Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g; Cholesterol: 22mg; Sodium: 877mg; Carbohydrate: 55g; Dietary Fiber: 6g; Sugar: 4g; Protein: 15g

Nutrition Bonus: Vitamin D: 4%; Calcium: 5%; Iron: 15%; Potassium: 413mg; Vitamin A: 13%; Vitamin C: 19%

Originally published November 6, 2018; Updated June 2026

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Inspired by a Midwestern Tater Tot dish, this filling breakfast casserole is packed with lean protein and vegetables. If you can’t find sweet potato Tater Tots, then use a large bag of frozen sweet potato or regular hash browns in their place. It’s the perfect dish when you have extra company in town and are looking to feed a big group, while still keeping things light.

Active time: 20 minutes | Total time: 1 hour, 20 minutes

Egg & Sausage Casserole

Ingredients

• Cooking spray
• 8 large eggs
• 1 cup (244g) low-fat milk
• 1/2 cup (123g) plain nonfat Greek yogurt
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 2 large garlic cloves, thinly sliced
• 1 pint (500g) cherry tomatoes
• 1 16-oz. (450g) bags frozen kale or spinach, thawed
• 14 oz. (350g) cooked chicken breakfast sausage, chopped
• 1 20-oz. (567g) bag sweet potato Tater Tots
• 1/2 cup (50g) grated gruyere or shredded Parmesan cheese

Directions

Preheat the oven to 400°F (204°C). Arrange the Tater Tots in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes, until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and reduce the oven temperature to 350°F (177°C). Grease a 9-by-13-inch baking dish.

While the Tater Tots bake, whisk together the eggs, milk, yogurt, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl until smooth.

Heat the olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the tomatoes and cook over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes begin to burst, about 10 minutes. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Squeeze as much liquid as possible out of the thawed kale. Spread the kale in a single layer in the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Top with the breakfast sausage, tomatoes, and par-baked Tater Tots. Pour the egg mixture over the top and sprinkle with the cheese. Use a spatula to gently press the layers down so the egg mixture soaks through. Bake for about 50 minutes, or until the eggs are just set and the top is beginning to brown. Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.

MAKE AHEAD: Assemble the casserole through the layering step, cover tightly with foil, and refrigerate overnight. When ready to bake, remove the foil and proceed with the recipe as directed.

Serves: 8 | Serving Size: About 2 cups

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 361; Total Fat: 19g; Saturated Fat: 5g; Monounsaturated Fat: 6g; Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g; Cholesterol: 107mg; Sodium: 866mg; Carbohydrate: 27g; Dietary Fiber: 4g; Sugar: 4g; Protein: 22g

Nutrition Bonus: Vitamin D: 13%; Calcium: 17%; Iron: 13%; Potassium: 682mg; Vitamin A: 8%; Vitamin C: 10%

Originally published December 2018; Updated May 2026

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