Light Italian Wedding Soup Recipe

Name: Light Italian Wedding Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound ground dark-meat turkey (93% lean); 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 large egg, lightly beaten; 1/2 cup plain dried breadcrumbs; 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving; Coarse salt and ground pepper; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 medium onion, halved and thinly sliced; 2 cans (14.5 ounces each) low-sodium chicken broth; 2 cans (14.5 ounces each) diced tomatoes in juice; 2 heads escarole (2 pounds total), trimmed and coarsely chopped

Servings: persons

1 pound ground dark-meat turkey (93% lean)
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/2 cup plain dried breadcrumbs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion, halved and thinly sliced
2 cans (14.5 ounces each) low-sodium chicken broth
2 cans (14.5 ounces each) diced tomatoes in juice
2 heads escarole (2 pounds total), trimmed and coarsely chopped

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In a large bowl, combine turkey, garlic, egg, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
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Roll tablespoonfuls of mixture into balls.
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In a large pot, heat oil over medium.
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Cook onion, stirring occasionally, until softened, 3 to 4 minutes.
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Add broth and tomatoes (with juice); bring to a simmer.
6
Add meatballs; cook, without stirring, until meatballs float to surface, about 5 minutes.
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Add as much escarole to pot as will fit.
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Cook, gradually adding remaining escarole, until wilted and meatballs are cooked through, about 5 minutes more.
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Thin soup with water if desired; season with salt and pepper.
10
Serve soup sprinkled with more Parmesan.
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A type of chicory, escarole may look like a head of lettuce (to which its closely related), but its much more flavorful, and has thicker leaves and a pale yellow heart.
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Rich in vitamin A and folate, its also a good source of fiber.
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To store escarole, refrigerate in an unsealed plastic bag lined with paper towels for up to 4 days.
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(Per Serving)
15
Calories: 250
16
Fat: 9.8g (3g Saturated Fat)
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Protein: 23.6g
18
Carbohydrates: 19.3g
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Fiber: 4.8g

803

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

107

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound ground dark-meat turkey (93% lean), 2 garlic cloves, minced, 1 large egg, lightly beaten, 1/2 cup plain dried breadcrumbs, and more.

Yes, Light Italian Wedding Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Light Italian Wedding Soup

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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