Easy Italian Wedding Soup
Easy Italian Wedding Soup is a delightful blend of tender meatballs, fresh vegetables, and small pasta simmered in a savory broth. This heartwarming dish is perfect for chilly evenings or festive gatherings, bringing family and friends together. Ready in just 30-40 minutes, this easy recipe is sure to become a beloved favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup acini di pepe or orzo pasta
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix ground meat with breadcrumbs, garlic, onion, salt, and pepper. Shape into small meatballs.
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onions and carrots until softened.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- Gently add meatballs to the boiling broth; reduce heat and simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Stir in pasta and cook according to package instructions.
- Add spinach just before serving and adjust seasoning if needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg