Ingredients
– For the Meatballs:
– 1 pound ground turkey or chicken
– 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
– 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
– 1 large egg
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
– For the Soup:
– 4 cups chicken broth
– 1 cup carrots, diced
– 1 cup zucchini, diced
– 1 cup spinach, chopped
– 1/2 cup lemon pesto (store-bought or homemade)
– Juice of 1 lemon
– Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Creating Lemon Pesto Meatball Soup is simple if you follow these steps:
1. Prepare the Meatballs: In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, egg, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
2. Form Meatballs: Roll the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter. Set aside.
3. Cook Meatballs: In a large pot over medium heat, add a splash of olive oil. Once hot, add the meatballs in batches and cook until browned on all sides. Remove and set aside.
4. Sauté Vegetables: In the same pot, add carrots and zucchini. Sauté for about 5 minutes until they begin to soften.
5. Add Broth: Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer.
6. Return Meatballs: Carefully add the browned meatballs back into the pot.
7. Add Pesto and Spinach: Stir in the lemon pesto and chopped spinach. Let simmer for an additional 10 minutes.
8. Season: Squeeze the lemon juice into the soup and season with salt and pepper to taste.
9. Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls, ensuring each serving has a good number of meatballs and vegetables.
By following these steps, you will create a delicious and comforting Lemon Pesto Meatball Soup that everyone will love!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 servings
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Fat: 12g
- Protein: 22g