Best 6 Italian Spinach Soup With Meatballs Recipes

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Are you in search of a hearty and flavorful soup that blends the vibrant flavors of Italy with the goodness of spinach and meatballs? Look no further than Italian spinach soup with meatballs. This classic Italian dish is known for its rich broth, tender meatballs, and vibrant green spinach, making it a delightful and nourishing meal. Whether you're craving a comforting soup on a chilly day or looking for a satisfying and healthy meal option, this Italian spinach soup with meatballs is sure to hit the spot. In this article, we'll guide you through the steps of preparing this delicious soup, ensuring you can recreate this Italian masterpiece in your own kitchen.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ITALIAN WEDDING SOUP WITH MEATBALLS



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This soup is just wonderful. It's so filling and chock-full of veggies. I first simmered up a batch of this soup when it was featured in our local newspaper, the Palm Beach Post Times. You can also substitute chicken sausage, rolled up into little balls, for the meatballs here.-Amy McGowen, Jupiter, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h10m

Yield 7 servings (1-3/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 large egg white
1/4 cup panko bread crumbs
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 pound ground pork
2 medium carrots, chopped
2 celery ribs, chopped
1 medium parsnip, peeled and chopped
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
6 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
3 teaspoons herbes de Provence
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the egg white, bread crumbs and Italian seasoning. Crumble pork over mixture and mix well. Shape into 3/4-in. balls. , Place meatballs on a greased rack in a foil-lined 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° until a thermometer reads 160°, 15-18 minutes. , Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven, saute the carrots, celery, parsnip and onion in oil until tender. Stir in the broth, herbes de Provence, pepper flakes and pepper. , Drain meatballs on paper towels. Bring soup to a boil; add meatballs. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 20 minutes. Add orzo; cook until pasta is tender, stirring occasionally, 8-10 minutes longer. Add spinach; cook and stir until spinach is wilted. Sprinkle with cheese and parsley. , Freeze option: Do not add orzo or spinach. Cool soup; transfer to freezer containers and freeze up to 3 months. To use, thaw in the refrigerator overnight. Transfer to a large saucepan; bring to a boil. Add orzo, then proceed with recipe as directed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 281 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 615mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 16g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GNOCCHI, SPINACH, AND MEATBALL SOUP



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This is one of those soup dishes ideal for warming the soul during a winter day. This is similar to an Italian wedding soup but creamy with meatballs and potato gnocchi. I make my own chicken stock and meatballs but you can use store-bought.

Provided by James

Categories     100+ Pasta and Noodle Recipes     Pasta by Shape Recipes     Gnocchi Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 24

2 tablespoons olive oil, or as needed
4 (32 ounce) cans low-sodium chicken broth
1 large yellow onion, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 large bay leaf
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
½ teaspoon sea salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 carrot, shredded
2 cups thinly sliced escarole
2 (17.5 ounce) packages potato gnocchi
1 cup half-and-half
6 ounces fresh baby spinach leaves
2 tablespoons minced fresh basil or Italian parsley
¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, or more as needed for serving
1 ¼ pounds ground beef
1 large egg, beaten
¼ cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs
2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, grated
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
¾ teaspoon garlic salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-low heat and saute onion until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add chicken stock, bay leaf, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper and bring liquid slowly up to a simmer, about 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, prepare the meatballs. Combine ground beef, egg, bread crumbs, 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, onion powder, Italian seasoning, Worcestershire sauce, garlic salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Mix until well combined. Roll mixture into tiny 1/2-inch meatballs.
  • Once the soup is boiling, carefully drop meatballs one by one into the pot. Bring back up to a slow simmer and cook for 20 minutes. Skim off any gray muck that comes to the top with a spoon and discard.
  • Add carrots, escarole, and gnocchi and bring soup back to a simmer. Stir in half-and-half, spinach, and herbs. When gnocchi rise to the top, remove from heat.
  • Remove bay leaf and serve soup with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 381.1 calories, Carbohydrate 26.1 g, Cholesterol 90.5 mg, Fat 21.6 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 20.9 g, SaturatedFat 10.4 g, Sodium 634.2 mg, Sugar 2.6 g

ITALIAN MEATBALL SOUP RAPIDO



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Categories     Soup/Stew     Bean     Beef     Leafy Green     Quick & Easy     Dinner     Lunch     Fall     Winter     Family Reunion     Healthy     Gourmet     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/4 cup olive oil
1 cup frozen chopped onions (about 6 ounces)
4 garlic cloves, chopped
1 celery rib, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced crosswise
2 carrots, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced crosswise
5 1/4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth (42 fl ounces)
2 1/2 cups water
20 refrigerated or frozen precooked meatballs (15 to 20 ounces)
2 (14-ounce) cans small white beans, drained and rinsed
1 (5- to 6-ounces) bag baby spinach, coarsely chopped
1/2 cup finely grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
3/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Accompaniment: finely grated Parmigiano-Reggiano

Steps:

  • Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a 5- to 6-quart pot over high heat until hot but not smoking, then cook onions, garlic, celery, and carrots, stirring occasionally, until onions are pale golden, about 4 minutes. Stir in broth and water and bring to a boil, covered. Meanwhile, heat remaining 2 tablespoons oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over high heat until hot but not smoking, then sauté meatballs (do not thaw if frozen), turning occasionally, until browned all over, about 3 minutes. Add meatballs to soup along with beans and briskly simmer, covered, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender and meatballs are heated through, about 15 minutes. Stir in spinach, cheese, salt, and pepper and simmer, uncovered, until spinach is wilted, about 1 minute.

COMFORT SOUP (SPINACH & MEATBALLS)



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This simple soup is a savory dish passed on to me by a childhood friend's mother. She raised 6 kids and knew how to please a hungry crowd (the boys are all over 6'5") on a tight budget in a hurry! Soup is comforting but I have found this one to be especially soothing to body and soul. UPDATE: the meat juices are what make the flavor of the broth, so if the beef is too lean (or not enough is used), there won't be an oily sheen to the soup, which is what gives it the wonderful taste.

Provided by Marla Swoffer

Categories     Clear Soup

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 cups chicken broth (or 2 cans)
1 lb ground beef (or turkey if you prefer)
1/4 cup parmesan cheese (Kraft is fine)
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 (10 ounce) package frozen spinach

Steps:

  • Heat chicken broth to boiling.
  • Meanwhile, combine beef, cheese and pepper.
  • Knead lightly to mix but don't overdo it.
  • Roll into 1 inch meatballs.
  • Drop meatballs into boiling broth and reduce heat to simmering (medium low usually).
  • Cook for 10 minutes.
  • Add spinach and cook for 10 more minutes.
  • Serve with french bread if you have it.

ITALIAN SPINACH SOUP WITH MEATBALLS



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This hearty soup is easy to make and always a big hit. Serve it with a nice crusty bread.

Provided by halehp64

Categories     Soup

Time 1h25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 quarts chicken broth
1 large onion, quartered
2 carrots, cut into chunks
2 ribs celery, cut into chunks
salt to taste
40 frozen Italian-style meatballs
1 (16 ounce) can Italian-style crushed tomatoes, undrained
1 (16 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
4 cloves garlic, crushed
2 teaspoons dried basil

Steps:

  • Combine chicken broth, onion, carrots, celery, and salt in a large pot. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, until flavors combine, about 30 minutes. Discard onion, carrot, and celery from the broth.
  • Bring broth to a boil. Add meatballs. Reduce heat and simmer until meatballs are heated through, about 10 minutes. Stir in tomatoes, spinach, olive oil, lemon juice, Parmesan cheese, garlic, and dried basil. Simmer until flavors combine, 15 to 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 570.1 calories, Carbohydrate 27.7 g, Cholesterol 166.5 mg, Fat 33 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 38.1 g, SaturatedFat 9.8 g, Sodium 2461.1 mg, Sugar 5 g

ITALIAN-STYLE PEPPERONI AND SPINACH SOUP WITH MEATBALLS



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This is actually a meal on it's own, if you love pasta sauce and meatballs, you will love this soup! use your own favorite meatball recipe or use my recipe #69173. This soup will increase in flavor if left overnight in the fridge, so it is best if prepared a day ahead, all ingredient amounts may be adjusted to taste, serve this delicious soup with garlic bread, crusty buns or crostini :)

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Vegetable

Time 2h25m

Yield 12 cups (approx)

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 lb lean ground beef (shaped in tiny meatballs)
1 1/2 cups spicy pepperoni, chopped or 1 1/2 cups turkey pepperoni
2 -4 tablespoons oil
2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
1 green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1 large onion, chopped
3 tablespoons minced fresh garlic (or to taste)
1 tablespoon dried chili pepper flakes (or to taste)
1 -2 teaspoon dried basil
1 -2 teaspoon dried oregano
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1 (10 ounce) can condensed tomato soup, undiluted
3 -5 cups chicken broth (use less amount of broth for a thicker soup)
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach
seasoning salt (or use white salt to taste)
black pepper (lots!)
1 tablespoon sugar (optional or to taste)
cooked spaghetti (broken into small pieces or use other pasta)
grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Shape the ground beef into tiny meatballs using you favorite recipe.
  • Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat; brown the meatballs with pepperoni until browned (the meatballs do not have to cook completely) remove to a bowl.
  • Add in sliced mushrooms, onion, garlic, green bell pepper, chili flakes, basil and oregano; sauté for about 3-4 minutes.
  • Add in the tomato paste and cook, stirring for 1 minute.
  • Add in the undiluted soup, crushed tomatoes, chicken broth and chopped spinach, then add in the meatballs and pepperoni back to the pot; bring to a boil, season with seasoned salt, lots black pepper and sugar (if using).
  • Reduce heat and simmer covered for about 2 hours or less (uncover and simmer the last 30 minutes of cooking, the soup will thicken more if simmer uncovered for a longer time!).
  • Add in the cooked spaghetti.
  • Ladle into bowls and top with grated Parmesan cheese, serve with garlic bread or crostini on the side.
  • DELICIOUS!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 298.1, Fat 19.3, SaturatedFat 6.2, Cholesterol 54, Sodium 904.4, Carbohydrate 14, Fiber 3, Sugar 4.9, Protein 18.4

Tips:

  • Use fresh spinach: Fresh spinach has a more vibrant flavor than frozen spinach. If you can't find fresh spinach, frozen spinach is a good substitute.
  • Don't overcook the spinach: Spinach cooks quickly, so be careful not to overcook it. Overcooked spinach will become limp and lose its flavor.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: This recipe calls for carrots, celery, and onions, but you can also add other vegetables, such as zucchini, mushrooms, or bell peppers.
  • Use a flavorful broth: The broth is the base of the soup, so it's important to use a flavorful broth. You can use chicken broth, beef broth, or vegetable broth.
  • Season the soup to taste: Add salt, pepper, and other seasonings to taste. You can also add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little heat.
  • Serve the soup with crusty bread or a salad: This soup is delicious served with crusty bread or a salad.

Conclusion:

This Italian spinach soup with meatballs is a hearty and flavorful soup that's perfect for a cold winter day. It's also a great way to use up leftover spinach. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your household.

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