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Italian Wedding Soup with Turkey Meatballs

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This cozy Italian Wedding Soup features tender turkey meatballs, wholesome veggies, and tiny pasta pearls simmered in a savory broth. It’s a comforting, easy dinner perfect for chilly nights and family gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground turkey (93% lean recommended)
  • 1/3 cup plain breadcrumbs (panko or homemade)
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons milk (whole or 2%)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped parsley (plus extra for garnish)
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (or 1 clove, minced)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small yellow onion, diced (about 1 cup)
  • 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced (about 1 cup)
  • 2 celery stalks, diced (about 1/2 cup)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 8 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 3/4 cup Acini di Pepe pasta (or orzo/tiny pasta shapes)
  • 2 cups baby spinach, roughly chopped (or kale)
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (basil, thyme, rosemary blend)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Extra grated Parmesan cheese (for garnish)
  • Chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
  • Crusty bread (for serving, optional)

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, milk, parsley, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
  2. Using a small cookie scoop or tablespoon, shape mixture into 3/4-inch balls (about 30-35 meatballs). Place on a tray or plate. Chill for 10 minutes if mixture is sticky.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5-6 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
  4. Pour in chicken broth and Italian herbs. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to a simmer.
  5. Carefully drop turkey meatballs into the broth. Simmer uncovered for 10-12 minutes, until meatballs float and are cooked through.
  6. Stir in Acini di Pepe pasta. Cook for 7-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender.
  7. Add chopped spinach (or kale) and cook just until wilted, about 2 minutes.
  8. Taste and season broth with salt and pepper as needed. Ladle soup into bowls, garnish with extra Parmesan and parsley, and serve hot with crusty bread.

Notes

For gluten-free, use almond flour and gluten-free pasta. For dairy-free, omit Parmesan or use nutritional yeast. Meatballs can be prepped and frozen raw for quick meals. If soup thickens after storing, add extra broth when reheating. For extra flavor, simmer with a Parmesan rind.

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