Heart-Healthy Hearty Meatball and Vegetable Soup

Warm up with a nourishing bowl of Heart-Healthy Hearty Meatball and Vegetable Soup, a flavorful blend of lean turkey meatballs, tender seasonal vegetables, and a rich, herbed broth. This delicious and wholesome recipe is packed with nutrient-dense ingredients like vibrant kale, zucchini, and carrots, offering a low-sodium, high-fiber meal perfect for health-conscious eaters. By using ground turkey and rolled oats in the meatballs, this dish keeps saturated fat in check while maintaining heart-smart appeal. Ready in just an hour, it’s a comforting one-pot weeknight dinner that serves six. Pair this savory soup with whole-grain bread for a complete, satisfying meal that your family will love!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground turkey (lean)
• 1 large Egg
• 0.25 cup Rolled oats
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 medium Onion (chopped)
• 2 medium Carrots (sliced)
• 2 stalks Celery stalks (sliced)
• 1 medium Bell pepper (chopped)
• 1 medium Zucchini (sliced)
• 8 cups Low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 leaf Bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 2 cups Kale (chopped)

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine the ground turkey, egg, rolled oats, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until the ingredients are well combined.

Step 2

Shape the mixture into small meatballs, approximately 1 inch in diameter, and set aside.

Step 3

In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until it becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Add the sliced carrots, celery, and bell pepper to the pot. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables begin to soften.

Step 5

Carefully add the zucchini slices and continue to cook for another 2 minutes.

Step 6

Pour in the low-sodium chicken broth and add the bay leaf and dried thyme. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil.

Step 7

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, gently add the turkey meatballs into the soup, and simmer for 20 minutes, ensuring they are cooked through.

Step 8

Add the chopped kale to the soup and continue to simmer for an additional 5 minutes until the kale is wilted and tender.

Step 9

Remove the bay leaf before serving. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3173.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1339.1

Total Fat 66.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.3g
Cholesterol 537.0mg	0%
Sodium 2371.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 70.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.1g	0%
Total Sugars 27.8g
Protein 129.2g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 535.6mg	0%
Iron 12.3mg	0%
Potassium 3334.6mg	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: 42.8%

Protein: 37.1%

Carbs: 20.1%