Turkey Meatball Soup
Turkey Meatball Soup is a comforting and hearty dish that combines juicy turkey meatballs with a savory broth and vibrant vegetables. This nourishing soup is perfect for chilly evenings and is easy to prepare, ensuring delightful flavors in every bite. With its rich aroma wafting through your kitchen, you’ll feel like a culinary master in no time!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 medium carrots, sliced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups chicken broth (low-sodium recommended)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Meatballs: In a large bowl, mix ground turkey, breadcrumbs, egg, parsley, salt, and pepper until well combined. Form into small meatballs (about 1 inch in diameter) and set aside.
- Sauté Vegetables: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions and cook until soft (about 5 minutes). Stir in garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Build Your Soup Base: Pour in chicken broth along with diced carrots and celery. Bring to a simmer.
- Cook the Meatballs: Gently add meatballs to the simmering broth. Cook for about 10 minutes until fully cooked.
- Final Touches: Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Simmer for another 5 minutes.
- Serve It Up: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with extra parsley if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 85mg