Gluten-Free Hearty Meatball and Vegetable Soup

Warm up with a comforting bowl of Gluten-Free Hearty Meatball and Vegetable Soup, a flavor-packed recipe that's as wholesome as it is satisfying. This nourishing soup combines tender homemade meatballs made with a savory blend of ground beef, ground pork, gluten-free breadcrumbs, and Parmesan cheese, simmered to perfection in a rich chicken broth. Packed with vibrant vegetables like carrots, celery, zucchini, and fresh spinach, this dish strikes the perfect balance between indulgence and nutrition. Seasoned with garlic, onion, and aromatic oregano, each spoonful bursts with hearty, home-cooked flavor. Ready in just over an hour and perfect for meal prep, this gluten-free dinner idea is ideal for cozy weeknights or family gatherings. Garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan for a delightful finishing touch!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 0.5 pound Ground pork
• 0.5 cup Gluten-free breadcrumbs
• 1 large Egg
• 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 medium Carrots
• 2 medium Celery stalks
• 1 medium Onion
• 3 cloves Garlic
• 6 cups Chicken broth
• 1 can (15 ounces) Diced tomatoes
• 1 medium Zucchini
• 2 cups Fresh spinach
• 0.25 cup Fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, gluten-free breadcrumbs, egg, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.

Step 2

Form the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter, and set aside.

Step 3

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large soup pot over medium-high heat. Add meatballs in batches and cook until browned on all sides. Remove meatballs and set aside.

Step 4

In the same pot, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add chopped carrots, diced celery, and chopped onion. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.

Step 5

Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Step 6

Pour in chicken broth and add the canned diced tomatoes with their juices. Bring to a simmer.

Step 7

Return the meatballs to the pot and add the chopped zucchini. Simmer for about 20 minutes until the vegetables are tender and the meatballs are cooked through.

Step 8

Stir in fresh spinach and chopped parsley. Cook for another 5 minutes until the spinach is wilted.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.

Step 10

Serve hot with additional Parmesan cheese on top if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3424.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2974.4

Total Fat 178.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 60.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.9g
Cholesterol 744.7mg	0%
Sodium 10030.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 164.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.1g	0%
Total Sugars 46.8g
Protein 189.3g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 944.8mg	0%
Iron 23.6mg	0%
Potassium 4807.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.1%

Protein: 25.1%

Carbs: 21.8%