Best Italian Style Turkey Meat Ball Soup Recipes

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ITALIAN WEDDING SOUP WITH TURKEY MEATBALLS



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Classic Italian wedding soup is beloved for its simplicity and satisfaction. This turkey version is lean, while meatballs stay moist by simmering in broth. Start with the most flavorful broth you can get your hands on (homemade is ideal, but store-bought works well too), then pack the meatballs with flavor (garlic and parsley) and staying power (egg, panko and cheese, to gently bind them together). Traditionalists may be tempted to add a small grated onion to the meat mixture, and sweat celery and carrots into the broth, but for a quick weeknight meal, you won't miss them here. If speed is your game, roll the mixture into 12 large meatballs-or opt for 20 smaller ones if serving kids (mini meatballs will cook through even faster). Either way, finish with a healthy dose of olive oil, lemon, cheese and dill, or any fresh Italian herb you may have on hand.

Provided by Sarah Copeland

Categories     dinner, easy, quick, weeknight, soups and stews, main course

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

12 cups chicken broth
2 tablespoons olive oil, plus additional for greasing and serving
1 pound lean ground turkey
1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
1/3 packed cup fresh parsley leaves, finely chopped
1 egg, lightly beaten
3 to 4 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
3/4 cup orzo, ditalini, acini di pepe or another small soup pasta
3 packed cups baby spinach or kale, thinly sliced
1 lemon, zested and halved
1/4 cup fresh dill, oregano or basil, roughly chopped (optional)

Steps:

  • Combine the chicken broth and 2 tablespoons oil in a large pot and bring to a boil.
  • Meanwhile, add the turkey, panko, parsley, egg, garlic, salt, pepper and 1/2 cup Parmesan to a large bowl. Mix with a fork or clean hands until combined. Gently roll the mixture into 12 medium (2-inch) or 20 small (1 1/2-inch) meatballs and transfer to a baking sheet lined with lightly oiled aluminum foil or a silicone baking mat.
  • Heat the broiler to high and set an oven rack 6 to 8 inches from the heat. Broil the meatballs until brown on two sides, turning halfway through, about 3 to 4 minutes per side.
  • Add the pasta to the boiling broth and cook over medium until al dente, then lower the heat to a low simmer.
  • Add the meatballs to the broth and simmer on low until completely warmed through, 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from the heat, and add the spinach and lemon zest, stirring well, to wilt. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Divide the soup among four bowls. Drizzle each with olive oil, sprinkle with more Parmesan and squeeze a bit of lemon over the top. Scatter the dill over the top, or stir in.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 669, UnsaturatedFat 19 grams, Carbohydrate 49 grams, Fat 29 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 51 grams, SaturatedFat 8 grams, Sodium 1797 milligrams, Sugar 13 grams, TransFat 0 grams

EASY MEATBALL SOUP



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This hearty, easy meatball soup combines Italian-style meatballs, chopped veggies and pasta, all simmered in a rich tomato broth. Add a side of your favorite salad, and you've got dinner!

Provided by Suzy Karadsheh

Categories     Soup

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 23

1 ½ lb lean ground beef (or ground chicken or ground turkey)
2 to 3 garlic cloves, minced
1 raw egg, whisked
½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1/3 cup plain bread crumbs
2 tsp dry oregano
½ tsp sweet paprika
Kosher salt and black pepper to taste
½ to 1 cup fresh chopped parsley
Extra virgin olive oil (I used Private Reserve EVOO)
Extra virgin olive oil (Private Reserve EVOO)
1 small onion, chopped (about ½ cup)
2 carrots, chopped
1 small green bell pepper, cored and chopped
2 celery stalks, peeled and chopped
1 to 2 garlic cloves, minced
5 to 6 cups broth (vegetable or beef broth)
1 28-oz can peeled tomatoes with juices
1 tsp dry oregano
½ tsp paprika
Salt and pepper
¾ cup dry small pasta like ditalini or small shells
½ cup chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Place the meatball ingredients in one large mixing bowl. Drizzle a little extra virgin olive oil. Mix until the meat mixture is well incorporated.
  • Form the mixture into meatballs about 1 ½ tbsp each (whatever size you choose, stick to it). Arrange the meatballs on a large, lightly oiled sheet pan and broil for 5 to 8 minutes until browned (they will cook some more in the soup).
  • In a large pot, heat about 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil over medium-high heat. Add onions, carrots, celery, bell peppers, and garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes.
  • Add broth and tomatoes. Season with oregano, paprika, salt and pepper. Cook over mediu/medium-high heat for 10 minutes.
  • Add the meatballs and pasta. Cook for 10 minutes or until pasta is cooked.
  • Remove from heat and stir in parsley. Transfer to serving bowls, and if you like sprinkle a bit more grated Parmesan cheese. If you like heat, add some crushed pepper flakes. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 297 calories, Sugar 5 g, Sodium 1448.1 mg, Fat 8.7 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 0.1 g, Carbohydrate 22.4 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 32 g, Cholesterol 101.2 mg

CONTEST-WINNING TURKEY MEATBALL SOUP



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You don't need to cook the tender homemade meatballs or boil the egg noodles separately, so you can easily stir up this savory soup in no time. I usually double the recipe for our family of seven. -Carol Losier Baldwinsville, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 55m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth
1 celery rib with leaves, thinly sliced
1 medium carrot, thinly sliced
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon butter
1 egg, lightly beaten
1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
2 tablespoons dried parsley flakes
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 pound lean ground turkey
1 cup uncooked egg noodles

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring the broth, celery and carrot to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes. , Meanwhile, in a small skillet, saute onion in butter until tender. Transfer to a large bowl. Add the egg, bread crumbs, parsley, Worcestershire sauce and pepper. Crumble turkey over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-in. balls., Add meatballs to the simmering broth. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until no meat is longer pink. Add noodles. Cover and simmer for 5 minutes or until noodles are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 193 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 92mg cholesterol, Sodium 545mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

ITALIAN TURKEY MEATBALL SOUP



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The perfect low-fat comfort soup on a cold winter's day. I improvised this from looking at Italian Sausage Soup recipes. My husband and guests couldn't stop raving about it. I used Roasted Garlic diced tomatoes (Italian flavor would work) and Flame Broiled frozen Turkey meatballs from Trader Joe's.

Provided by teretree

Categories     Grains

Time 1h30m

Yield 8 generous bowls, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 -3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 large onion, finely chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 large celery ribs, chopped
2 large carrots, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
2 medium zucchini, chopped
1 1/2 tablespoons italian seasoning
1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes with juice
4 (15 ounce) cans chicken broth (about 7-8 cups)
1 cup water (if needed)
1/2 cup dry white wine
fresh ground black pepper
1/2 cup barley
salt
1 (16 ounce) bag fully cooked frozen turkey meatballs
2 -3 cups washed spinach leaves, stems removed
freshly grated parmesan cheese or romano cheese

Steps:

  • In a large soup pot, sauté the onion in oil for a couple of minutes, then add garlic, celery, carrots, and red bell pepper. Cook for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add zucchini and cook another 5 minutes. Add Italian Seasoning and cook for another few minutes.
  • Add canned tomatoes, chicken broth, wine, barley and freshly ground black pepper. Simmer for 30 minutes.
  • If too thick, add about a cup of water. Add frozen turkey meatballs; bring back to a boil and simmer another 20 minutes.
  • Add spinach; simmer 5 more minutes. Taste and add salt, if necessary, and simmer another few minutes.
  • Top each bowl with cheese and serve with salad and freshly baked bread or dinner rolls. (see Oatmeal Dinner Rolls.).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 165.1, Fat 5.3, SaturatedFat 0.9, Sodium 870.3, Carbohydrate 20.3, Fiber 4.8, Sugar 6.3, Protein 7.9

ITALIAN STYLE, TURKEY MEAT-BALL SOUP



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My husband just loves this stuff. In the picture shown, I used Kale instead of Nappa Cabbage. I had some extra Kale that I needed to use. My husband said he liked it much better with the Kale. I'll post this with Nappa cabbage in the ingredients list and use which ever you like best, but I have to admit, the Kale is quite nice in this soup!

Provided by Amy H. @Meave

Categories     Chicken Soups

Number Of Ingredients 22

FOR THE SOUP
1 - medium red onion, chopped
9 cup(s) chopped nappa cabbage
4 - carrots, scraped and chopped
4 - ribs celery, chopped
1/4 teaspoon(s) pepper
2 cup(s) chicken broth
- chicken meat balls, (recipe follows)
8 ounce(s) mini penne or shell pasta
1/2 cup(s) chopped, fresh parsley
1 can(s) (46 oz.) tomato juice or v-8
- more chicken broth if needed
1/2 cup(s) freshly grated, parmesan cheese (optional)
FOR THE TURKEY MEAT-BALLS
1 1/2 pound(s) ground turkey
1 cup(s) italian seasoned bread crumbs
1/2 cup(s) chopped, green onion
2 - eggs
2 tablespoon(s) olive oil
1/2 teaspoon(s) salt
1/4 teaspoon(s) pepper
3 tablespoon(s) chopped, fresh parsley

Steps:

  • FOR THE TURKEY MEAT BALLS
  • Mix together ground turkey, 2 eggs, bread crumbs, chopped green onions, 3 Tablespoons fresh chopped parsley, salt, and pepper and mix thoroughly until well blended. Shape into bite-size meat balls.
  • Heat 2 Tbsp. olive oil in large nonstick skillet. Add meat balls and brown over medium high heat; set aside.
  • FOR THE SOUP
  • Use left-over olive oil from turkey meat balls, and saute chopped red onion.
  • Add to a pot, 2 cups chicken broth, tomato juice, carrots, onions, celery, pepper. Bring just to a boiling point. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 30 minutes.
  • Add Meat Balls, pasta and cabbage. Simmer for another 20 minutes or until meat balls are cooked through and pasta is tender. Add more chicken broth as needed. Remove from heat.
  • Add 1/2 cup fresh chopped parsley. Let stand for 10 minutes and serve. Garnish with a bit of freshly grated parmesan cheese, if desired.

ITALIAN WEDDING SOUP WITH TURKEY MEATBALLS



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This hearty soup can be made ahead and frozen for up to three months, so you can enjoy it well into spring.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Soups, Stews & Stocks     Soup Recipes

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound ground dark-meat turkey (93 percent lean)
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/2 cup plain dried breadcrumbs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan, plus more for serving
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 medium onion, halved and thinly sliced
2 cans (14.5 ounces each) low-sodium chicken broth
2 cans (14.5 ounces each) diced tomatoes with juices
2 heads escarole (2 pounds total), cored, trimmed, and coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine turkey, garlic, egg, breadcrumbs, cheese, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Roll mixture into 1-tablespoon balls.
  • In a large pot, heat oil over medium. Add onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, 3 to 4 minutes. Add broth and tomatoes with juices; bring to a simmer. Add meatballs and cook, without stirring, until they float to surface, about 5 minutes.
  • Add as much escarole to pot as will fit. Cook, gradually adding remaining escarole, until wilted and meatballs are cooked through, about 5 minutes more. Thin soup with water, if desired; season with salt and pepper. Serve, sprinkled with cheese.

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