Ingredients:
For the Meatballs:
- 1 lb ground beef or a mixture of beef and pork
- 1/4 cup gluten-free breadcrumbs or rolled oats
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (ensure it’s gluten-free)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Soup:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, diced
- 3 carrots, peeled and sliced
- 3 stalks celery, sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 cups gluten-free beef broth
- 1 can (14.5 oz) fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 cups chopped kale or spinach
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Make the Meatballs:
- In a bowl, combine the ground meat, gluten-free breadcrumbs or oats, egg, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Mix well and form into small meatballs, about 1-inch in diameter.
- Cook the Meatballs:
- Bake the meatballs in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes, or until they are browned and cooked through. Alternatively, you can cook them in a skillet with a little olive oil until evenly browned.
- Prepare the Soup:
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions, carrots, and celery, and cook until vegetables begin to soften, about 5 minutes.
- Add garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Simmer the Soup:
- Add the gluten-free beef broth, diced tomatoes with juice, basil, and oregano to the pot. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 10 minutes.
- Add Meatballs and Greens:
- Add the cooked meatballs and kale or spinach to the soup. Continue to simmer until the greens are wilted and the soup is heated through.
- Season and Serve:
- Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper if needed. Serve the soup hot, with extra grated Parmesan cheese on top if desired.
For more gluten-free meatball soup recipes, you might want to check out additional titles like “Italian Wedding Soup {Gluten-free, Dairy-free}” at Unbound Wellness or “Gluten Free Italian Wedding Soup” at At Home With Shay. These recipes provide a twist on classic meatball soups while maintaining a gluten-free profile.