Italian Meatball Soup: Comfort in a Bowl
Warm up with this hearty Italian Meatball Soup: Comfort in a Bowl that combines tender meatballs, fresh vegetables, and a savory broth. This dish is perfect for cozy dinners or busy weeknights, offering a delicious blend of flavors that pleases everyone around the table. Quick to prepare and packed with nutritious ingredients, this soup is not only satisfying but also a great way to bring the family together. Serve it with crusty bread or a side salad for a complete meal that will warm your heart and soul.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 6 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 cups fresh spinach or kale
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix ground beef or turkey, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, egg, salt, and pepper. Shape into small meatballs.
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Brown meatballs on all sides for about 5 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté onion, carrots, celery for about 5-7 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes and broth; add dried basil and oregano. Bring to a simmer.
- Return meatballs to the pot and let simmer for 15-20 minutes until cooked through.
- Stir in spinach (or kale) and pasta; cook until pasta is al dente (about 8-10 minutes).
- Season to taste with salt and pepper before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg