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Spinach and White Bean Meatball Soup

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  • Author: Molly Yeh
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Dinner, Soup
  • Method: One Pot/One Pan
  • Cuisine: American, Italian-Inspired

Description

This cozy Spinach and White Bean Meatball Soup is the perfect one-pot dinner for busy nights. Juicy, tender meatballs are simmered with creamy white beans, fresh spinach, and aromatic veggies in a flavorful broth. It’s hearty, healthy, and ready in under an hour!

Ingredients

For the meatballs:

  • 1 lb ground turkey (or beef or chicken)

  • 1/3 cup breadcrumbs

  • 1 egg

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • 1/4 cup chopped parsley

  • 1/2 tsp salt

  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

For the soup:

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • 1 small onion, diced

  • 2 carrots, peeled and chopped

  • 2 celery stalks, chopped

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 6 cups chicken broth

  • 1 (15 oz) can white beans, drained and rinsed

  • 4 cups fresh spinach

  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning

  • Salt and pepper, to taste

  • Juice of 1/2 lemon (optional, for brightness)

  • Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving (optional)

Instructions

  1. Make the meatballs: In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, Parmesan, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined. Roll into small 1-inch meatballs.

  2. Sear the meatballs (optional): Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the meatballs in batches and cook for 2–3 minutes per side until browned. Remove and set aside.

  3. Start the soup: In the same pot, add onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5 minutes until softened. Add garlic and Italian seasoning; cook for 1 more minute.

  4. Simmer: Pour in the chicken broth. Add the meatballs back to the pot and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes, or until meatballs are cooked through.

  5. Add beans and spinach: Stir in the white beans and spinach. Simmer for 5 more minutes, until spinach is wilted. Taste and season with salt, pepper, and a squeeze of lemon if desired.

  6. Serve: Ladle into bowls and top with extra Parmesan if you like.

Notes

  • You can use frozen spinach—just thaw and squeeze out the liquid before adding.

  • Ground chicken or beef also work great for the meatballs.

 

  • For extra heartiness, add a handful of small pasta like orzo or ditalini.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
  • Calories: 380
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 720mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 95mg

Find it online: https://healthyhomeeats.com/spinach-and-white-bean-meatball-soup/