Description
This hearty Meatball Soup Recipe combines savory meatballs with a flavorful broth, pasta, and nutrient-packed greens for a comforting meal that’s perfect for chilly days. Easy to make and incredibly satisfying, this Italian-American inspired soup is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
For the meatballs:
- 1 pound ground beef or a mix of beef and pork
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the soup:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes with juice
- 6 cups low-sodium beef or chicken broth
- 1 cup small pasta (like ditalini or orzo)
- 3 cups fresh spinach or kale, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the meatballs: In a large bowl, combine all the meatball ingredients and mix until just combined. Roll into small, bite-sized balls (about 1 inch in diameter) and set aside.
- Cook the soup: In a large soup pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until soft. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add diced tomatoes, broth, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer. Gently add the meatballs and simmer for 15-20 minutes. Add pasta and cook for 8-10 minutes. Stir in spinach or kale and cook until wilted. Adjust seasoning and serve hot.
Notes
- You can make the meatballs ahead and freeze them for quick soup prep.
- For gluten-free, use GF breadcrumbs and pasta.
- Ground turkey or chicken also works well in the meatballs.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ½ cups
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
