KK’s Italian Meatball Soup

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 2
KK's Italian Meatball Soup - Hearty and satisfying soup to warm you up on chilly days
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Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil , or as needed
1 cup chopped onion
2 carrots , chopped
1 stalk celery , chopped
4 cloves garlic , chopped
5 1/4 cups chicken broth
2 1/2 cups water
2 cans white beans , drained and rinsed
20 frozen cooked small meatballs
1 bag baby spinach , coarsely chopped
1/2 cup finely grated Asiago cheese
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
394
Sugar
5g
Fat
19g
If you're looking for a comforting and warming soup to enjoy on chilly days, KK's Italian Meatball Soup is perfect. This soup features tender meatballs, hearty white beans, and nutrient-rich baby spinach in a flavorful broth. The grated Asiago cheese adds a sharp and tangy flavor that complements the soup perfectly. This soup is great for meal prep and can easily be made in large batches for healthy and delicious lunches or dinners throughout the week.

Instructions

1.Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven or large pot over medium-high heat.
2.Add onions, carrots, and celery and cook until vegetables are tender, about 5-7 minutes.
3.Add garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
4.Add chicken broth, water, and white beans and bring to a boil.
5.Reduce heat to low, add meatballs and simmer for 15-20 minutes.
6.Stir in chopped spinach and cook until wilted.
7.Season with salt and pepper to taste.
8.Ladle soup into bowls and top with grated Asiago cheese before serving.

PROS

This Italian Meatball Soup is easy to make and is packed with filling protein from the meatballs and beans.

The spinach adds a boost of vitamins and minerals to the soup.

The soup can be made ahead of time and reheated for a quick and easy meal.

CONS

This soup is high in sodium due to the chicken broth and Asiago cheese.

The meatballs can also be high in saturated fat depending on the type of meat used.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The spinach in this soup is a good source of fiber, vitamins A and C, iron, and calcium.
The white beans add more fiber and protein to the soup, making it more filling and satisfying.
Garlic also has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

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