Lotsa Veggies Meatball Soup Crock Pot
Warm up your home with the comforting aroma of Lotsa Veggies Meatball Soup, a wholesome crock pot recipe that's bursting with flavor and nutrition. This hearty soup combines tender frozen beef or turkey meatballs with a vibrant medley of fresh vegetables like carrots, celery, zucchini, and red bell pepper, simmered to perfection in a savory tomato and broth base. Enhanced with Italian seasoning, garlic, and aromatic bay leaves, this recipe offers a perfect balance of hearty and healthy. With minimal prep time and set-it-and-forget-it ease, it's an ideal weeknight dinner option for busy families. Serve this richly textured soup with crusty bread for dipping or a crisp side salad for a satisfying, well-rounded meal. Perfect for meal prep or leftovers, this crock pot classic is sure to become a household favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 24 pieces frozen beef or turkey meatballs
- 2 cups carrots, peeled and sliced
- 2 cups celery, chopped
- 1 cup zucchini, diced
- 1 cup yellow onion, diced
- 1 cup red bell pepper, diced
- 2 cups potatoes, peeled and diced
- 14.5 oz canned diced tomatoes (with juice)
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 6 cups chicken or beef broth
- 1 cup frozen green beans
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 2 pieces bay leaves
- 1 tbsp olive oil (optional, for sautéing)
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
If desired, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sauté the diced onion and minced garlic until soft and fragrant, about 2-3 minutes. This step enhances flavor but is optional.
In a 6-quart crock pot, add frozen meatballs, carrots, celery, zucchini, onion (raw or sautéed), red bell pepper, and potatoes.
Pour in the canned diced tomatoes with juice and stir in the tomato paste.
Add the chicken or beef broth, frozen green beans, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and bay leaves. Stir to combine.
Cover the crock pot with the lid and cook on low for 6-7 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours. Stir occasionally if you're nearby, but it isn't necessary.
Before serving, remove the bay leaves and taste the soup. Adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if desired.
Serve hot, garnished with freshly chopped parsley for an extra burst of flavor and color, if using. Pair with crusty bread or a side salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
443 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.2 g | 31% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.6 g | 43% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 59 mg | 20% | |
| Sodium | 2099 mg | 91% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 35.6 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.1 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.1 g | ||
| Protein | 22.1 g | 44% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 130 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 3.6 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 1268 mg | 27% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
