Mild Turkey Meatball and Spinach Soup for Kids

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A comforting, mild turkey meatball soup enriched with fresh spinach and carrots, perfect for a nutritious meal that children will enjoy. This American-inspired kid-friendly recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs lean ground turkey, finely grated carrot, finely minced onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 American cuisine 220 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 12 ounces lean ground turkey, 1/2 cup finely grated carrot, 1/4 cup finely minced onion, 1/3 cup bread crumbs, 1 large egg, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
  2. Step 2: Shape the mixture into 16 small meatballs roughly 1 inch in diameter and place on a plate.
  3. Step 3: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering. Add 1 clove minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Gently add the turkey meatballs to the pot and cook for 3-4 minutes, turning carefully until lightly browned on all sides.
  5. Step 5: Pour in 4 cups chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes until meatballs are cooked through.
  6. Step 6: Stir in 2 cups fresh baby spinach and cook uncovered for an additional 2 minutes until spinach is wilted.
  7. Step 7: Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed. Serve warm.

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