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Turkey Meatball Soup

Spicy Turkey Meatball Soup Recipe

Turkey Meatball Soup is a clear or lightly tomato-based soupmade with turkey meatballs, vegetables, and broth. The meatballs stay tenderbecause turkey is lean and mild. Common vegetables include onion, carrots, andcelery, which add natural sweetness and texture. This soup often uses simplespices like black pepper, garlic, and paprika. Fresh parsley adds a cleanfinish. Turkey Meatball Soup feels lighter than beef-based soups but stillfills you up. It works well as a main dish or a starter and pairs nicely withbread or crackers.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the turkeymeatballs:
  • 1 pound ground turkey 93% lean
  • 1/3 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
For the soup:
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 2 carrots sliced
  • 2 celery stalks sliced
  • 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup crushed tomatoes
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup baby spinach
  • Optional: cooked pasta or rice 1 cup

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Measuring Cups and Spoons
  • Sharp knife
  • Cutting board
  • Large Soup Pot or Dutch Oven
  • Wooden spoon or heat-safe spatula
  • Small plate or tray
  • Ladle

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Stir and cook for 5 minutes until soft.
  3. Add garlic. Stir for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Pour in chicken broth and crushed tomatoes.
  5. Add oregano, thyme, bay leaf, salt, and pepper.
  6. Bring the soup to a gentle boil.
  7. Lower heat to a steady simmer.
  8. Carefully add turkey meatballs one by one.
  9. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes.
  10. Stir gently so meatballs stay whole.
  11. Add spinach and optional pasta or rice.
  12. Cook for 5 more minutes.
  13. Remove bay leaf.
  14. Taste and adjust seasoning.
  15. Serve hot and enjoy Turkey Meatball Soup.

Notes

Always keep the soup at a gentle simmer. A hard boil can break the meatballs. Use low-sodium broth so you control salt levels. If meatballs float, that means they are cooked through.