Description
A light yet hearty American soup featuring tender turkey meatballs, fresh vegetables, and small pasta simmered in a savory chicken broth. This wholesome soup delivers a comforting and protein-packed meal perfect for any season.
Ingredients
For Meatballs:
- 1 lb ground turkey
- ¼ cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 2 Tbsp grated Parmesan
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt & pepper to taste
For Soup:
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup small pasta (orzo or ditalini)
- 2 cups spinach or kale
Instructions
- Prepare Meatballs: In a medium bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, egg, grated Parmesan, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly and form the mixture into 1-inch meatballs.
- Sauté Vegetables: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion, sliced carrots, and diced celery. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes until vegetables begin to soften and the onion is translucent.
- Add Broth and Meatballs: Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Carefully add the turkey meatballs to the simmering broth.
- Simmer Meatballs: Allow the meatballs to cook in the simmering broth for 15 minutes, ensuring they are cooked through and tender.
- Cook Pasta: Add the small pasta to the pot and cook for an additional 8 to 10 minutes or until the pasta is al dente.
- Add Greens: Stir in the spinach or kale and cook just until wilted, a minute or two before serving. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
Notes
- You can substitute ground chicken for the ground turkey for a slightly different flavor.
- A squeeze of fresh lemon juice just before serving brightens the flavors and adds freshness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
