Ingredients:
For the Meatballs:
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1/4 cup gluten-free oats, ground into flour
- 1 egg
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
For the Soup:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, peeled and diced
- 2 stalks of celery, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups gluten-free chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 zucchini, diced
- 1 cup green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 (14.5 oz) can of diced tomatoes, with juice
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions:
- Make the Meatballs:
- In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, ground gluten-free oats, egg, chopped parsley, salt, pepper, and oregano. Mix well until evenly combined.
- Roll the mixture into small, bite-sized meatballs.
- Brown the Meatballs:
- Heat a large pot over medium heat and add olive oil. Brown the meatballs in batches, ensuring they are just seared but not fully cooked through. Set aside.
- Prepare the Soup Base:
- In the same pot, add more olive oil if needed, and sauté onions, carrots, and celery until softened, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Simmer the Soup:
- Pour in the gluten-free broth and the can of diced tomatoes with their juice. Add the browned meatballs back into the pot. Season with dried basil, salt, and pepper.
- Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Add Final Vegetables:
- Add zucchini and green beans to the pot. Simmer for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and the meatballs are cooked through.
- Garnish and Serve:
- Check for seasoning and adjust if necessary. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
If you are keen on finding more gluten-free meatball soup recipes or exploring different variations, you can visit the following titles with their corresponding links:
- “Italian Wedding Soup {Gluten-free, Dairy-free}” on Unbound Wellness. Italian Wedding Soup – Unbound Wellness
- “Gluten Free Italian Wedding Soup” on At Home With Shay. Gluten Free Italian Wedding Soup – At Home With Shay
These resources offer a range of gluten-free meatball soup recipes catered to different preferences and dietary needs.