Turkey Meatball and Escarole Soup
Warm up with a comforting bowl of Turkey Meatball and Escarole Soup, a hearty and healthy recipe perfect for any season. Featuring tender, flavorful turkey meatballs simmered in a savory chicken broth with aromatic vegetables, this soup is packed with wholesome goodness. Velvety escarole and delicate pasta like ditalini or orzo add depth and texture to every spoonful, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley and Parmesan cheese provide the perfect finishing touch. Ready in under an hour, this easy-to-make soup is ideal for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. Pair it with crusty bread for a satisfying, well-rounded meal that’s as nourishing as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 0.5 cup breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 head escarole, chopped
- 0.75 cup small pasta (like ditalini or orzo)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the ground turkey, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, egg, salt, and black pepper. Mix until just combined. Shape the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter, and set them aside.
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery, and sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.
Add the chicken broth and bay leaf to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer.
Carefully drop the meatballs into the simmering broth. Cover the pot and cook for 10 minutes.
Add the escarole and pasta to the pot. Stir gently and continue to simmer for another 8-10 minutes, or until the pasta is tender and the meatballs are fully cooked.
Remove the bay leaf and discard. Stir in the chopped parsley for a fresh pop of flavor.
Taste the soup and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.
Serve hot, optionally garnished with extra Parmesan cheese and a drizzle of olive oil. Pair with crusty bread for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2197 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 78.1 g | 100% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.5 g | 108% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 528 mg | 176% | |
| Sodium | 8722 mg | 379% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 218.9 g | 80% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.7 g | 95% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.8 g | ||
| Protein | 164.0 g | 328% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 810 mg | 62% | |
| Iron | 19.6 mg | 109% | |
| Potassium | 4293 mg | 91% | |
*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.
