Description
Mini Turkey Meatball Vegetable Soup is a heartwarming dish that combines tender turkey meatballs with a vibrant mix of vegetables in a savory broth. Perfect for cozy evenings or quick weeknight dinners, this soup is easy to make and sure to please the whole family. With its delicious flavors and comforting aroma, it’s destined to become a beloved staple in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 medium carrots, sliced
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (14.5 oz) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 cup elbow macaroni (optional)
- 2 cups fresh spinach or kale
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and preheat a large pot over medium heat.
- Add 2 tsp olive oil to the pot. Sauté the onions, garlic, carrots, and celery until the onions are translucent.
- In a bowl, mix ground turkey with breadcrumbs, egg, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Roll into small meatballs (about one inch).
- Pour chicken broth and diced tomatoes into the pot; bring to a gentle simmer. Add mini meatballs, carrots, and celery.
- Simmer on low heat for about 20 minutes until meatballs are cooked through. Stir occasionally.
- If using pasta, add it along with spinach or kale during the last 5-7 minutes of cooking.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg