Cabbage Turkey Meatballs Soup – This delicious turkey meatballs soup with cabbage is one to savor. It’s low carb, gluten-free, and a good source of proteins and contains a full serving of vegetables per bowl. The perfect meatball soup recipe to cozy up on a chilly evening. Enjoy!
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Ingredients list for the Cabbage Turkey Meatballs Soup Recipe
- 2 lbs (900g) turkey meatballs (recipe here)
- 1/2 green cabbage head
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 onion, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning blend
- 1/2 teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon Cayenne pepper, optional
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup Marinara sauce
- Fresh cilantro or parsley, for topping
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How to make the cabbage turkey meatballs soup?
As with many recipes, we start by sauteing some onion, until fragrant and translucent. Add shredded cabbage and cook for a couple of minutes before adding broth, tomato sauce, and spices
Bring the soup to a simmer and cook, semi-covered for 15-20 minutes.
Add the cooked turkey meatballs to the soup and cook for 5 to 10 minutes more until turkey meatballs are reheated.
Tips for the cabbage turkey soup recipe
- Feel free to use chicken meatballs if you prefer!
- You can add more vegetables besides onion and cabbage: celery and carrot will make this turkey soup more hearty!
- If you like to add a kick of spice and Cayenne is not your thing, try a tablespoon of Sriracha.
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Directions
1. To make the cabbage turkey meatballs soup: heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat and cook onion, stirring regularly until fragrant and translucent.
2. Add shredded cabbage and give a good stir to coat with oil. Cook for a couple of minutes, stirring from time to time.
3. Add chicken or vegetable broth and marinara sauce, season with pepper, cayenne, and Italian seasoning. Bring the soup to a simmer and cook, semi-covered for 15-20 minutes.
4. Add the cooked turkey meatballs to the cabbage soup and cook for 5 to 10 minutes more. Serve the cabbage turkey meatballs soup with cilantro on top, and gratted cheese if you like. Enjoy!
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What to do with turkey meatballs soup leftovers?
You can keep the turkey meatballs soup with cabbage for up to 3 days in an airtight container in your refrigerator. It is usual to see the soup thickening more in a few hours and the next day. You can always add more broth to thin the soup out. Reheat in a large pot until the meatballs are heated through, adding a splash of water or broth to loosen up the soup.
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