Turkey meatball orzo soup is packed with vegetables, herbs, orzo (short pasta), plus tender meatballs. Talk about satisfying; indulge in a bowl of pure comfort with every spoonful of this delicious turkey meatball orzo soup this season.
Turkey Meatball Orzo Soup Recipe
A luxurious Turkey Meatball Orzo Soup recipe that pairs turkey meatballs and orzo pasta with a decadent seasoned broth.
Ingredients
For The Turkey Meatballs
- 1 pound Ground Turkey
- ½ cup Breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese, grated
- ¼ cup Fresh Parsley, chopped
- ¼ cup Fresh Basil, chopped
- ¼ cup Onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 Egg
- ½ teaspoon Salt
- ¼ teaspoon Black Pepper
For The Soup
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
- 1 Onion, diced
- ¼ cup Green Beans, chopped
- ¼ cup Frozen Peas, thawed
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 6 cups Chicken Broth
- 1 cup Orzo Pasta
- 1 teaspoon Thyme, dried
- 1 teaspoon Oregano, dried
- Salt, to taste
- Black Pepper, to taste
- Fresh Parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine all the turkey meatball ingredients – ground turkey, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, chopped basil, finely chopped onion, minced garlic, egg, salt, and black pepper. Mix well with your hands.
- Shape them into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter. Set aside.
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, green beans, peas, and minced garlic. Sauté for about 5 minutes or until the vegetables are slightly softened.
- Pour the chicken broth into the pot and bring it to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and add the orzo pasta, dried thyme, and dried oregano. Stir well.
- Gently drop the turkey meatballs into the simmering soup. Cook for about 15-20 minutes or until the meatballs are cooked through and the orzo pasta is tender. Skim off any foam that forms on the surface of the soup.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Ladle the soup into bowls, evenly distributing the meatballs, vegetables, and orzo. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
- Serve the turkey meatball orzo soup hot and enjoy!
Notes
- Cover the Dutch oven with a lid to get the soup to boiling point quickly.
- You are welcome to add other vegetables to your liking to enhance your turkey meatball orzo soup.
Nutrition Estimate
Calories: 446kcal | Carbohydrates: 47g | Protein: 41g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 115mg | Sodium: 1879mg | Potassium: 672mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 689IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 169mg | Iron: 3mg
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