Best 8 Meatball Lentil Soup Recipes

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When it's cold outside and the weather is gloomy, having a hearty bowl of lentil soup with tender meatballs is a great way to warm up and satisfy your hunger. Meatball lentil soup is a classic comfort food that is easy to make and packed with flavor. The lentils and meatballs provide a source of protein and fiber, while the vegetables add texture and nutrients. This soup is sure to become a family favorite that you'll turn to time and time again.

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SUAD SHALLAL'S IRAQI LENTIL SOUP WITH MEATBALLS



Suad Shallal's Iraqi Lentil Soup With Meatballs image

This recipe came to The Times in a 2004 article about iftar, the breaking of the fast during Ramadan, the monthlong Muslim holiday during which observers abstain from food and drink from sunrise to sunset. Soup, like this hearty, spiced lentil soup with meatballs and angel hair pasta, is a common iftar meal as it provides substantial nutrition as well as plenty of hydration. It is adapted from a recipe belonging to Suad Shallal, who moved with her family from Iraq to the United States, in 1966. It was served at her son Andy's restaurant, Mimi's American Bistro in downtown Washington, each day during Ramadan. (The restaurant is now closed.) Mrs. Shallal's recipe calls for ground allspice, but feel free to experiment with other spices found in Middle Eastern cooking like cumin, coriander, cardamom and turmeric. And don't forget to taste and season with salt as you go.

Provided by Joan Nathan

Categories     pastas, soups and stews, appetizer

Time 45m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 medium onions, minced
1 pound ground beef or lamb or both
1/2 cup finely chopped parsley
1 cup soft bread crumbs
1 teaspoon salt plus salt to taste
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon allspice, freshly ground from about 5 whole allspice
2 tablespoons pure olive oil
10 cups chicken broth
1 pound brown or yellow lentils
3 rounds angel hair pasta (about 2 ounces)
2 carrots, diced fine
Juice of one half lemon

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees, and line a baking pan with parchment paper. Place half the onions and the ground meat, parsley, bread crumbs, salt, pepper and allspice in a medium mixing bowl. Blend ingredients, and form into balls the size of walnuts. Turn onto the baking pan.
  • Bake for 10 minutes, remove from pan, and drain on a paper towel. In a soup pot, sauté remaining onions in olive oil over medium heat until golden. Add chicken broth and bring to boil.
  • Pick any stones from over lentils, place in bowl, cover with cold water, and drain. Add them to soup, turn heat to low, and simmer slowly for about 20 minutes or until lentils are almost tender.
  • Crumble angel hair pasta into soup, along with carrots and meatballs. Simmer slowly for another 5-10 minutes or until lentils and noodles are cooked, adding more chicken broth or water as needed. Just before serving, squeeze lemon into soup.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 543, UnsaturatedFat 11 grams, Carbohydrate 59 grams, Fat 19 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 33 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 1116 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams, TransFat 1 gram

MEATBALL LENTIL SOUP



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I love albondiga (meatball) soup and came up with this recipe to include lentils. I just added the vegetables and broth I had on hand. I'm sure this could easily be made in a slow cooker, but I prefer the stovetop method to make my house smell wonderful! If you have any suggestions, I would love to hear them! Serve with crusty bread and extra cilantro on top if preferred.

Provided by Cupcake Happy

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Beans and Peas     Lentil Soup Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 18

3 cups water
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
1 (14 ounce) can low-sodium chicken broth
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 serrano pepper, stemmed, or more to taste
2 tablespoons minced garlic
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon ground black pepper, divided
1 cup lentils, rinsed and drained
½ onion, diced
½ pound ground beef
¼ cup uncooked white rice
¼ cup Italian-seasoned bread crumbs
3 tablespoons milk
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon salt, or to taste
1 potato, peeled and chopped
1 carrot, peeled and chopped

Steps:

  • Combine water, tomatoes, chicken broth, cilantro, serrano pepper, garlic, cumin, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Bring to a boil. Add lentils and onion and return to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to low, and let simmer, stirring after 10 minutes, about 25 minutes total.
  • While soup is simmering, mix ground beef, rice, bread crumbs, milk, garlic powder, remaining 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon salt together in a bowl. Mix to combine and form into small meatballs. Add to the pot, making sure they are covered with liquid, adding a small amount of water if necessary.
  • Bring to a boil, cover, and let simmer for 10 minutes. Stir gently; add potato and carrot and cover. Let simmer until tender, 10 to 15 minutes. Taste and adjust salt if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 434.6 calories, Carbohydrate 60.4 g, Cholesterol 37.9 mg, Fat 8.4 g, Fiber 18 g, Protein 27.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 521.5 mg, Sugar 6.5 g

POSTRIO'S GOLDEN LENTIL SOUP WITH LAMB MEATBALLS



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The relatively short cooking time of these lentils makes this soup simple to prepare. Golden lentils have a bright orange color and can be found in many health food stores. Your family and friends will be delighted with the result and may be a little surprised to find that they are eating lentil soup.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h25m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 41

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 cups chopped red onion
1/2 cup diced carrot
5 cloves garlic, chopped
1 tablespoon turmeric
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/2 celery stalk
1 branch fresh parsley
1 branch fresh thyme
1 pound golden lentils (or regular lentils, if not available)
10 cups chicken stock, heated, recipe follows, or store-bought chicken broth
Salt and freshly ground pepper
Pinch chili pepper flakes
1/2 cup fresh bread crumbs
1/4 cup milk
1 pound ground lamb
1 cup blanched almonds, toasted and ground
1/3 cup chopped onion
1/3 cup raisins, coarsely chopped
1 egg, lightly beaten
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro leaves
1/4 teaspoon chili pepper flakes
Salt and freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for drizzling
1 cup plain yogurt
1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint leaves
1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon honey
Pinch salt
5 to 6 pounds chicken bones, including necks and feet, coarsely chopped
3 1/2 quarts cold water
1 medium carrot, peeled and sliced
1 medium onion, quartered
1 small celery stalk, sliced
1 small leek, sliced
3 sprigs parsley with stems
1 bay leaf
1/2 teaspoon whole white peppercorns

Steps:

  • Prepare the soup: In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil. Add the onion, carrot, garlic, turmeric, and cumin. Saute over high heat until the onions are glassy, about 5 minutes. Meanwhile, make a bouquet garni by tying together the celery, parsley, and thyme, and add to pan. Stir in the lentils and the chicken stock, season lightly with salt, pepper, and chili flakes, and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the lentils are tender. Skim as necessary.
  • Meanwhile, prepare the meatballs: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In a small bowl, soak bread crumbs in milk. In a mixing bowl, combine the lamb, almonds, soaked bread crumbs, onion, raisins, egg, garlic, parsley, cilantro, and chili pepper flakes. Season lightly with salt and pepper. Drizzle olive oil on the platter you will place the meatballs on and rub oil into the palm of both hands. Form meat mixture into 40 golf ball-size meatballs, each approximately 1-inch in diameter.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large ovenproof skillet or saute pan. Arrange the meatballs in 1 layer in the pan, quickly sear meatballs over high heat, and then place in the oven. Cook until the meatballs are well browned and firm to the touch, turning to brown all sides, 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Prepare the garnish: In a small bowl, combine all ingredients. Refrigerate until serving time.
  • Return to the soup: Remove the celery bouquet. With an immersion blender, lightly blend soup (you want it to still be a little chunky). Correct seasoning, to taste. Alternatively, transfer 2/3 of the soup to a blender*. Blend until smooth and return to the saucepan.
  • Ladle soup into 8 or 10 soup bowls. Divide the meatballs evenly among the soup bowls and drizzle the yogurt mixture over. Serve immediately.
  • *When blending hot liquids: Remove liquid from the heat and allow to cool for at least 5 minutes. Transfer liquid to a blender or food processor and fill it no more than halfway. If using a blender, release one corner of the lid. This prevents the vacuum effect that creates heat explosions. Place a towel over the top of the machine, pulse a few times then process on high speed until smooth.
  • Place the chicken bones in a 6-quart pot, pour water over to cover, and bring to a rolling boil. Skim off the scum that collects on the top. Add the remaining ingredients, lower the flame, and simmer about 2 hours, skimming as necessary. Strain into a clean bowl and cool. Refrigerate in a covered container for up to 3 days, discarding hardened layer of fat before using or freezing.
  • Yield: about 2 quarts

MINI MEATBALL SOUP



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 47m

Yield 4 big servings

Number Of Ingredients 26

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 2 turns of the pan in a slow stream
2 carrots, peeled and chopped
2 ribs celery, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
2 bay leaves, fresh or dried
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 pound ground beef, pork and veal combined
1 egg, beaten
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano or Romano, a couple of handfuls
1/2 cup plain bread crumbs, a couple of handfuls
1/2 teaspoon freshly grated or ground nutmeg
6 cups chicken stock or broth
2 cups water
1 1/2 cups dried pasta, rings, broken fettuccini or ditalini
1 pound triple washed fresh spinach, coarsely chopped
Grilled 4 Cheese Sandwiches, recipe follows*
Recipe courtesy Rachael Ray
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 2 turns of the pan
3 tablespoons butter
1 clove garlic, cracked away from skin
8 slices crusty Italian semolina bread
1 cup shredded provolone
1 cup shredded mozzarella
1/2 cup grated Parmesan or Romano
1 cup shredded Asiago

Steps:

  • In a deep pot over medium heat add oil, chopped carrots, celery and onions and bay leaves. Season with salt and pepper. Cover pot and cook veggies 5 or 6 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • While the veggies cook, combine meat, egg, garlic, grated cheese, bread crumbs, salt, pepper, nutmeg.
  • Uncover your soup pot and add broth and water to the pot. Increase heat to high and bring soup to a boil. When soup boils, reduce heat a bit and start to roll meat mixture into small balls, dropping them straight into the pot. You are making meat dumplings that will cook in the broth. When you are done rolling the meat, add pasta to the soup and stir. Cover and simmer soup 10 minutes. When pasta is tender, stir in chopped spinach in batches. When spinach has wilted into the soup, the soup is done and ready to serve. Adjust your seasonings. Serve soup with crusty bread or grilled 4 cheese sandwiches.
  • In a small skillet over medium low heat, combine oil, butter and garlic. Cook garlic in butter and oil gently for 2 or 3 minutes. Remove garlic butter mixture from heat.
  • Place a large nonstick skillet on the stove over medium high heat. Using a pastry brush, brush 1 side of 4 slices of bread with garlic oil and place buttered side down in skillet. Top each slice with equal amounts of the 4 cheeses, distributing them equally over the 4 slices. Top each sandwich with another slice of bread brushed with garlic butter, buttered side up. Flip the grill cheese sandwiches a few times until cheeses are melted and gooey and bread is toasty and golden. Cut grilled 4 cheese sandwiches from corner to corner and serve.

MEATBALL SOUP



Meatball Soup image

This meatball soup recipe is a hearty meal. It's great for chilly days. -Sue Miller, Walworth, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 50m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 egg, lightly beaten
1/4 cup dry bread crumbs
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt, optional
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/2 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
4 cups reduced-sodium beef broth
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) stewed tomatoes
1 medium carrot, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/4 cup uncooked tiny shell pasta
Minced fresh parsley, optional

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into 1-in. balls. Brown meatballs in a large saucepan; drain. Add broth, beans, tomatoes, carrot and Italian seasoning. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes., Add pasta; simmer until meat is no longer pink and pasta is tender, 10 minutes longer. If desired, top with minced fresh parsley and additional grated Parmesan cheese. Freeze Option: Divide cooled soup in 1-1/2 cup portions; freeze up to 3 months.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 248 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 70mg cholesterol, Sodium 778mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 20g protein.

LENTIL "MEATBALLS" RECIPE BY TASTY



Lentil

Here's what you need: olive oil, garlic, shallot, green lentil, egg, tomato paste, fresh italian parsley, grated parmesan cheese, whole wheat breadcrumbs, italian seasoning, salt, pepper

Provided by Kahnita Wilkerson

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons olive oil, plus 1 tsp, divided
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 shallot, minced
1 ½ cups green lentil, cooked
1 egg
1 tablespoon tomato paste
¼ cup fresh italian parsley, chopped
⅓ cup grated parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon whole wheat breadcrumbs
1 ½ tablespoons italian seasoning
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375˚F (190˚C).
  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat then add 1 tablespoon of olive oil, shallot and garlic and sauté for 2-3 minutes, or until slightly golden brown then remove from heat.
  • To a food processor, add the garlic and shallot, lentils, egg, 1 teaspoon of olive oil, tomato paste, parsley, Parmesan, bread crumbs, Italian seasonings, salt, and pepper and pulse, mixing until just combined.
  • Transfer the mixture to a medium-sized bowl.
  • Use a cookie dough scoop to scoop out balls of mixture then carefully form into balls.
  • Arrange on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet.
  • Bake for 10-15 minutes.
  • Remove meatballs from oven and allow to cool for 5-10 minutes.
  • Serve with spaghetti.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 97 calories, Carbohydrate 11 grams, Fat 3 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 5 grams, Sugar 0 grams

MEATBALL SOUP



Meatball Soup image

A quick and hearty soup. I use frozen meatballs and cook 3-5 per person in the soup. Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese.

Provided by Lmdalby

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Noodle Soup Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 7

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 quarts water
20 small meatballs
2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce
2 cubes beef bouillon cube
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon dried basil
¼ teaspoon dried thyme
salt to taste
ground black pepper to taste
2 stalks celery, sliced
2 carrots, sliced
1 clove garlic, minced
1 cup elbow macaroni

Steps:

  • Bring water to a boil in a large saucepan. Add meatballs, tomato sauce, bouillon, oregano, basil, thyme, salt and pepper to taste, celery, carrots, and garlic, and simmer for 30 minutes.
  • Add macaroni and cook until pasta is done. Top with parmesan cheese to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 255.5 calories, Carbohydrate 22.5 g, Cholesterol 66.5 mg, Fat 10.7 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 16.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 713.3 mg, Sugar 4.3 g

MEATBALL ALPHABET SOUP



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Bite-sized meatballs made from ground turkey perk up this fun alphabet soup. A variety of vegetables are mixed in a rich tomato broth seasoned with herbs. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 55m

Yield 9 servings (about 3-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 large egg, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons quick-cooking oats
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 pound lean ground turkey
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup chopped carrots
1 cup diced peeled potatoes
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
4 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried thyme
3/4 cup uncooked alphabet pasta

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the first 5 ingredients. Crumble turkey over mixture and mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into 1/2-in. balls. In a nonstick skillet, brown meatballs in small batches over medium heat until no longer pink. Remove from the heat; set aside., In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, saute the onion, celery, carrots and potatoes in oil until crisp-tender, about 5 minutes. Add garlic; saute 1 minute longer. Add the broth, tomatoes, tomato paste, parsley, basil and thyme; bring to a boil. Add pasta; cook for 5-6 minutes. Reduce heat; add meatballs. Simmer, uncovered, until vegetables are tender, 15-20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 192 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 39mg cholesterol, Sodium 742mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make a big difference in the final soup. Look for high-quality ground beef, lentils, and vegetables.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: When browning the beef and vegetables, make sure not to overcrowd the pan. This will prevent the ingredients from cooking evenly and will result in a mushy soup.
  • Simmer the soup for at least 30 minutes: This will allow the flavors to meld and develop. The longer you simmer the soup, the better it will taste.
  • Season the soup to taste: Add salt, pepper, and other seasonings to taste. Be careful not to over-season the soup, as you can always add more seasonings later.
  • Serve the soup with your favorite toppings: Some popular toppings for meatball lentil soup include sour cream, chopped green onions, and grated Parmesan cheese.

Conclusion:

Meatball lentil soup is a delicious, hearty, and satisfying soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a relatively easy soup to make, and it can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like your soup thick or thin, spicy or mild, there is a meatball lentil soup recipe out there for you. So next time you are looking for a warm and comforting meal, give meatball lentil soup a try. You won't be disappointed.

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