Gluten-Free Meatball and Roasted Vegetable Soup Recipe

Ingredients:

For the Meatballs:

• 1 lb ground chicken or turkey
• 1/4 cup gluten-free breadcrumbs or crushed gluten-free cereal
• 1 large egg, beaten
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (check for gluten content)
• 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
• Salt and pepper to taste

For the Soup:

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 8 cups gluten-free chicken or vegetable broth
• 3 medium carrots, diced
• 2 medium zucchinis, diced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
• 1 small butternut squash, peeled and cubed (about 2 cups)
• 1 onion, diced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Meatballs:
   • In a bowl, mix together ground chicken or turkey, gluten-free breadcrumbs, beaten egg, Parmesan cheese, Italian herbs, salt, and pepper.
   • Form the mixture into small meatballs, about the size of a tablespoon, and set aside.
2. Roast Vegetables:
   • Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss carrots, zucchini, bell peppers, and butternut squash in a baking dish with a bit of olive oil, salt, and pepper.
   • Roast in the oven for about 20-30 minutes, until tender and lightly browned.
3. Cook the Meatballs:
   • While the vegetables are roasting, heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook until browned on all sides and cooked through, about 10 minutes. Remove meatballs and set aside.
4. Sauté Onion and Garlic:
   • In the same pot, add more olive oil if needed and sauté onions until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
5. Combine and Simmer:
   • To the pot, add the gluten-free broth and bring to a simmer. Add roasted vegetables and thyme. Season with salt and pepper.
6. Add the Meatballs:
   • Return the meatballs to the pot and simmer all together for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
7. Serve:
   • Adjust seasoning if necessary. Ladle the soup into bowls and serve hot. Enjoy your Gluten-Free Meatball and Roasted Vegetable Soup!

If you’d like to explore more recipes and variations, you can look up the following titles:

• “Comforting Italian Wedding Soup” at Kalejunkie
• “Hidden Veggie Meatball Soup” at The Modern Nonna
• “Italian Wedding Soup {Gluten-free, Dairy-free}” at Unbound Wellness

These recipes offer a range of gluten-free meatball soup ideas with a focus on vegetables to help you find the perfect cozy meal.