WONTON SOUP WITH MUSHROOM-ZUCCHINI "MEATBALLS"

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Wonton Soup with Mushroom-Zucchini

Thanks to a zingy ginger, garlic, and miso paste mixture, these vitamin- and fiber-loaded mushroom and zucchini "meatballs" are so packed with flavor you'll hardly realize they're missing the traditional meaty ingredient. Dropping the unstuffed wonton wrappers into the soup whole, instead of sealing the vegetables inside, keeps the recipe simple and weeknight-friendly.

Provided by Katherine Sacks

Categories     Vegetarian     Zucchini     Dinner     Meatball     Ginger     Mushroom     Bok Choy     Green Onion/Scallion     Soup/Stew     Noodle     Cilantro     No Meat, No Problem

Yield 4-6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 (4") piece ginger, finely grated
6 garlic cloves, very finely chopped
2 tablespoons white miso paste
1 medium zucchini (about 8 ounces), coarsely chopped, divided
8 ounces cremini mushrooms, coarsely chopped, divided
2 tablespoons coconut oil, divided, plus more for pan
2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided
1 large egg
1 1/4 cups breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce, divided
2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil, divided
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro plus 1 tablespoon cilantro leaves
8 cups homemade or store-bought low-sodium vegetable broth
2 small heads baby bok choy, cut crosswise in 2" pieces
8 ounces snow peas
4 ounces white beech or thinly sliced cremini mushrooms
12 fresh wonton wrappers, brushed with a pastry brush to remove excess flour, cut in half on the bias
2 scallions, white and pale-green parts only, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Pulse ginger, garlic, and miso in a food processor, scraping down sides of bowl, until smooth. Transfer half of mixture (about 2 Tbsp.) to a small bowl; set aside. Add three-quarters of zucchini and cremini mushrooms to food processor and pulse until uniform and finely chopped, about 45 seconds; transfer to a medium bowl. Pulse remaining zucchini and cremini mushrooms until combined, about 10 seconds; transfer to same medium bowl.
  • Heat 1 Tbsp. coconut oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium. Add zucchini mixture and 1 1/2 tsp. salt and cook, spreading mixture flat and stirring occasionally, until beginning to brown and liquid evaporates, about 12 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl. Add egg, breadcrumbs, 1 Tbsp. soy sauce, 1 Tbsp. sesame oil, and 2 Tbsp. chopped cilantro and toss to combine.
  • Heat 1 Tbsp. coconut oil in a large saucepan over low. Add reserved ginger mixture and cook, stirring occasionally, until fragrant and beginning to brown, about 2 minutes. Add broth and simmer until ready to use.
  • Meanwhile, grease a rimmed baking sheet or large plate with coconut oil. Roll heaping tablespoonfuls of zucchini mixture into balls with your hands (you should have about 25). Transfer balls to prepared sheet.
  • Add remaining 1 Tbsp. soy sauce, 1 Tbsp. sesame oil, and 1/2 tsp. salt to broth. Gently add meatballs with a slotted spoon, cover, and cook until meatballs are puffed and cooked through, about 5 minutes. Uncover, add bok choy, and cook until crisp-tender, about 3 minutes. Add snow peas and beech mushrooms, then drop in wonton wrappers one at a time. Cook, tilting pot back and forth to evenly cook meatballs and vegetables (do not stir to avoid breaking up meatballs), until vegetables are crisp-tender and wontons are cooked through, about 2 minutes.
  • Divide soup among bowls, top with scallions and 1 Tbsp. cilantro leaves, and serve.
  • Do Ahead
  • Soup can be made 3 days ahead; cover and chill.

Aktarul A4473812z
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This soup is so flavorful and comforting. I love the addition of the mushroom zucchini meatballs. It's a great way to get your veggies in.


Joyce Okpala
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I added some chopped carrots and celery to the soup and it was delicious.


Aronas Scerbakovas
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I love this soup! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family.


Juna Sunar
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This is the best wonton soup I've ever had. The meatballs are so flavorful and the soup is so light and refreshing.


Speedo comedy
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This soup is a great way to warm up on a cold day. The meatballs are very flavorful and the soup is very comforting.


Jany Chi
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I'm always looking for new wonton soup recipes and this one is definitely a winner. The meatballs are so flavorful and the soup is very light and refreshing.


Alwande Ngcobo
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover zucchini. I had some extra zucchini from my garden and this was the perfect way to use it up.


John DX
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I'm not a big fan of wonton soup, but this recipe changed my mind. The mushroom zucchini meatballs were delicious and the soup was very flavorful.


David Burleigh
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This soup is a keeper! I've made it several times and it's always a hit. The meatballs are so tender and flavorful.


Logan Fu
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This soup is so flavorful and comforting. I love the addition of the mushroom zucchini meatballs. It's a great way to get your veggies in.


Retro Senpai
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My kids loved this soup! The meatballs were a big hit. I will definitely be making this again.


Barsat Barsat
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I added some chopped carrots and celery to the soup and it was delicious. The meatballs were also very flavorful.


Brandon Lanham
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Easy to make and delicious! I used ground turkey instead of pork and it turned out great. The soup was flavorful and the meatballs were tender.


Tina Chang
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I've made this soup several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The meatballs are so flavorful and the soup is always so comforting. Highly recommend!


Sajjad Boss
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Great recipe! The soup was flavorful and the meatballs were moist and tender. I added some extra vegetables to the soup to make it even more hearty.


nasreen Shreef
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I made this soup for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor of the mushroom zucchini meatballs. Will definitely be making this again.


Rahul Vai
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So yummy! The meatballs were tender and flavorful, and the soup was light and refreshing. Perfect for a cold winter day.


Victoria Amaral
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This wonton soup with mushroom zucchini meatballs was a delightful experience. My family loved it. Would definitely make again. 5 stars!