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Mini Turkey Meatball Soup with Alphabet Pasta

Enjoy a comforting and protein-packed soup featuring tender mini turkey meatballs, vegetables, alphabet pasta, and a flavorful broth. This hearty dish is perfect for a satisfying midweek dinner.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 4 tbsp almond flour
  • 2 small eggs
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion diced
  • 2 carrots sliced
  • 2 celery stalks sliced
  • 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup chopped spinach
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 cup alphabet pasta

Instructions
 

  • In a medium bowl, combine ground turkey, almond flour, egg, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and form into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook for about 5 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides. Remove meatballs and set aside.
  • In the same pot, add diced onion, sliced carrot, and sliced celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes, until vegetables begin to soften.
  • Pour in the low-sodium chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Add the browned meatballs back to the pot and simmer for another 5 minutes.
  • Stir in the alphabet pasta and cook for about 6-8 minutes, or until the pasta is tender.
  • Add chopped spinach and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, until wilted.
  • Remove the pot from heat and stir in lemon juice.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  • Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.