Description
Easy Italian Wedding Soup is a delightful blend of tender meatballs, fresh greens, and savory broth that transports you to the heart of Italy with every spoonful. Perfect for cozy dinners or family gatherings, this comforting dish is both nourishing and quick to prepare, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights. Each bowl offers warmth and joy, uniting loved ones around the table for memorable moments.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz lean ground beef
- 4 oz Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (plain or seasoned)
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup carrots (diced)
- 1 cup celery (diced)
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, Italian sausage, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Mix gently and form into one-inch meatballs.
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté diced carrots and celery until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Add chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil. Carefully add meatballs one by one.
- Lower heat and simmer for about 20 minutes until meatballs are cooked through.
- Stir in fresh spinach just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: To enhance flavor, brown the meatballs before adding them to the broth. Customize your soup by swapping in different greens like kale or using turkey for the meatballs for a lighter option. For added texture, consider including small pasta shapes such as acini di pepe.