Best 7 Dutch Soup With Tiny Meatballs Recipes

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Introducing the Dutch Soup with Tiny Meatballs: A Culinary Delight

The Dutch Soup with Tiny Meatballs, also known as "Soepballetjes," is a comforting and flavorful dish that embodies the culinary heritage of the Netherlands. This hearty soup is a symphony of textures and flavors, featuring a rich, flavorful broth brimming with tender meatballs, an array of vegetables, and a medley of aromatic herbs. The tiny meatballs, lovingly crafted with ground beef, pork, or a combination of both, add a delightful dimension to the soup, bursting with savory goodness in every bite. Whether served as a main course or a satisfying starter, this soup is sure to warm your heart and tantalize your taste buds.

In addition to the classic Dutch Soup with Tiny Meatballs recipe, this article presents a delightful collection of variations that cater to diverse dietary preferences and culinary inclinations. For those with a penchant for bold and exotic flavors, the article offers a tantalizing recipe for a Thai Meatball Soup, where fragrant lemongrass, spicy chilies, and a hint of coconut milk create an exhilarating taste experience. If you're seeking a vegetarian alternative, the Veggie Meatball Soup is a symphony of colorful vegetables and wholesome grains, providing a nutritious and satisfying meal. For those with dietary restrictions, the Gluten-Free Meatball Soup offers a delicious solution, ensuring that everyone can savor the joy of this culinary delight.

Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting your culinary journey, this article provides all the guidance you need to create a delectable Dutch Soup with Tiny Meatballs. With step-by-step instructions, helpful tips, and a treasure trove of variations, you'll be able to effortlessly prepare this comforting dish in the comfort of your own kitchen. So, gather your ingredients, don your apron, and embark on a culinary adventure that will leave your taste buds dancing with delight.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

DUTCH VEGETABLE SOUP WITH MEATBALLS



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Dutch Vegetable Soup with Meatballs or groentesoep met balletjes is a healthy, simple soup with vegetables, vermicelli pasta, small beef meatballs, and fresh herbs. One-pot and ready in 30 minutes!

Provided by Marie

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 13

½ lb. lean ground beef
¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
1 tbsp plain breadcrumbs
1 tbsp onion salt
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1/2 tsp black pepper
4 1/2 cups vegetable broth (I used low sodium)
2 medium carrots, sliced
2 celery sticks, sliced
4 ounces vermicelli pasta, broken into small pieces
3-4 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
3-4 tbsp fresh chives, chopped
Salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, thoroughly combine meatball ingredients, then form small meatballs (about 1 tablespoon each). Set aside.
  • In a medium pot over high heat, bring the vegetable broth to a boil. Add the carrots, celery, vermicelli, and meatballs. Reduce to a simmer and cook until vegetables are fork-tender and meatballs are cooked through, about 10-12 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and top with parsley and chives. Taste for salt and pepper. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 222 calories, Carbohydrate 18 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 50 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 8 grams fat, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 20 grams protein, SaturatedFat 3 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 2311 milligrams sodium, Sugar 4 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams unsaturated fat

DUTCH SOUP WITH TINY MEATBALLS



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Tiny meatballs are the trick to making this soup authentically Dutch or Friesan.

Provided by Carolyn Haas

Categories     Vegetable Soup

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 15

FOR THE MEATBALLS
1/2 lb lean ground beef
1/4 c parsley, chopped
1 Tbsp breadcrumbs
1 Tbsp onion salt
1 Tbsp worcestershire sauce
1/2 tsp black pepper
FOR THE SOUP
4 1/2 c vegetable or chicken broth
2 medium carrots, sliced
2 stalk(s) celery, sliced
4 oz vermicelli, broken into small pieces (fideo)
2 Tbsp parsley, chopped
2 Tbsp chives, chopped
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • 1. In a medium bowl, thoroughly but lightly mix meatball ingredients, then form small meatballs (about 1 tablespoon or a little less for each). Set aside.
  • 2. In a medium pot over high heat, bring the broth to a boil. Add the carrots, celery, pasta and meatballs. Reduce to a simmer and cook until vegetables are fork-tender and meatballs are cooked through, about 10-12 minutes.
  • 3. Remove from heat and top with parsley and chives. Add salt and pepper to taste.

DUTCH MEATBALL SOUP



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This delicious soup is easy to make, even if you're on a budget! The flavor is rich and OH so yummy! I got the recipe from my sister, Lynn, who got it from our Beppe (Freisian for Grandma).

Provided by GinaJohnson

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h40m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 large onion, chopped
1/2 medium head green cabbage
2 -3 carrots, chopped
2 -3 stalks celery, chopped
1/4 green bell pepper, chopped (optional)
8 cups water
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
1/4 teaspoon curry powder
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce or 1 (15 ounce) can tomato paste
1 lb ground beef
1 teaspoon salt (scant)
1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
1 pinch nutmeg

Steps:

  • Heat 1 T. oil in the bottom of a Dutch oven or stock pot.
  • Add chopped vegetables and salt, pepper. Feel free to throw in whatever vegies you have in the fridge or want to use up!
  • Saute until somewhat soft.
  • Stir in curry powder and cook for another minute or two.
  • Add water. Cover and simmer until vegetables are soft (30-90 minutes). Skim as needed.
  • Use a hand-held blender to blend soup smooth, or put through regular blender in portions and return to pan. Add water if it is too thick (the soup should be thicker than broth, but thinner than tomato sauce).
  • Stir in tomato sauce or paste, and again bring soup to a boil.
  • Mix together ground beef and seasonings.
  • Form into small balls (1/2-1") and drop into boiling soup. Simmer 10 minutes or so until meatballs are cooked through.
  • Check for taste, add salt and/or pepper if needed.
  • Serve with crusty French bread and salad!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 164.9, Fat 8.8, SaturatedFat 3.4, Cholesterol 38.6, Sodium 1081.5, Carbohydrate 9.8, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 5.8, Protein 12.4

EASY DUTCH OVEN MINESTRONE SOUP



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This Dutch oven minestrone soup is quick to prepare with shortcut ingredients. Add a salad and a crusty loaf of bread or breadsticks to round out the meal. -Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings (2-3/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) beef broth
1 jar (24 ounces) marinara sauce
3 cups frozen mixed vegetables, thawed
1 can (15-1/2 ounces) navy beans, rinsed and drained
24 frozen fully cooked Italian meatballs, thawed
5 ounces frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry (about ½ cup)
1 package (9 ounces) refrigerated cheese tortellini
Shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, combine broth, marinara sauce and mixed vegetables. Bring to a boil; add beans, meatballs and spinach. Simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes. Stir in tortellini; cook 7 minutes longer. Serve with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 384 calories, Fat 15g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 1467mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 21g protein.

DUTCH MEATBALL SOUP (SHORTCUT VERSION)



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This recipe is modelled after the authentic Dutch meatball soup my Oma used to make. She would start by making her own broth using a soup bone. It continues to be a tradition in our family to serve this soup at every holiday and family get together.

Provided by Jacq3

Categories     Clear Soup

Time 1h20m

Yield 1 Large Pot, 16-20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 lbs ground beef
2 eggs
1/2 cup breadcrumbs (or crushed crackers)
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 (900 ml) carton low sodium beef broth
11 cups water
2 beef bouillon cubes
2 (71 g) packages Knorr vegetable soup mix
1 small head cauliflower, chopped small
2 cups carrots, chopped
2 large leeks, chopped
1 1/2 cups celery, chopped with leaves
6 handfuls vermicelli (approx. 1 inch long)

Steps:

  • Mix first 6 ingredients in small bowl. Roll into 1 inch balls. Brown in skillet and set aside.
  • In a large stock pot, bring water and broth to a boil. Add boullion cubes and soup mix. Stir to dissolve.
  • Add cauliflower, carrots, celery, leeks and meatballs.
  • Simmer 20 minute.
  • Add noodles. Simmer 10 minute more.
  • Serve with Dutch Maggi and Dutch rusks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 194.3, Fat 10, SaturatedFat 3.8, Cholesterol 62.1, Sodium 898.3, Carbohydrate 12.2, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 2.4, Protein 13.6

GEHAKT BALLEN (DUTCH MEATBALLS)



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These are really delicious and easy to make. Serve with potatoes.

Provided by Glenda Morrison de Kruif

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Dutch

Time 1h25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound ground meatloaf mix (beef, pork veal)
4 slices white bread
⅓ cup milk
1 egg, beaten
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon freshly grated nutmeg
½ teaspoon ground cloves
salt and ground black pepper to taste
½ cup butter
2 cups water
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 (14 ounce) can beef broth
1 (1 ounce) package dry onion soup mix

Steps:

  • Place meatloaf mix in a large mixing bowl; crumble bread over meat and knead with hands to combine. Add milk and egg to meat mixture. Knead onion, nutmeg, cloves, salt, and pepper into meat mixture until well-combined. Form mixture into six equal-sized balls.
  • Melt butter in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Cook and stir meatballs in hot butter until browned on all sides, 5 to 10 minutes. Stir water, tomatoes, beef broth, and onion soup mix into Dutch oven; bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer until meatballs are tender and cooked through, about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 524.3 calories, Carbohydrate 24.4 g, Cholesterol 168.6 mg, Fat 36.9 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 23.1 g, SaturatedFat 20.2 g, Sodium 1547.5 mg, Sugar 6.4 g

SPLIT PEA SOUP WITH MEATBALLS



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The addition of tender meatballs add a flavorful twist to ordinary split pea soup. Whenever I prepare this for our church soup suppers, I come home with an empty kettle! -Donna Smith, Grey Cliff, Montana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 2h20m

Yield 10-14 servings (3-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 pound dry green split peas
3 medium carrots, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
3/4 cup diced celery
1 medium onion, diced
8 cups water
3 medium potatoes, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
2-1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
MEATBALLS:
3/4 cup finely chopped celery
1 medium onion, finely chopped
4 tablespoons canola oil, divided
1-1/2 cups soft bread crumbs
2 tablespoons water
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried sage, crushed
1 egg
1 pound ground pork

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven or soup kettle, combine peas, carrots, celery, onion and water; bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 hour. , Add potatoes, salt and pepper; cover and simmer for 30 minutes., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute celery and onion in 2 tablespoons oil until tender; transfer to a large bowl. Add bread crumbs, water, salt, sage and egg; crumble pork over mixture and mix well. Form into 3/4-in. balls. , In the same skillet, brown meatballs in remaining oil until a thermometer reads 160°. Add to soup; cover and simmer for 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 284 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 661mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 10g fiber), Protein 16g protein.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ground beef: The meatballs are the star of the show in this soup, so it's important to use good-quality ground beef. Look for ground beef that is at least 80% lean, and make sure it's fresh.
  • Season the meatballs well: Don't be afraid to season the meatballs generously. A good combination of salt, pepper, garlic, and onion powder will give them plenty of flavor.
  • Brown the meatballs before adding them to the soup: Browning the meatballs gives them a nice crispy crust and helps to keep them from falling apart in the soup.
  • Use a good quality beef broth: The beef broth is the base of the soup, so it's important to use a good-quality broth. Look for a broth that is low in sodium and has a rich, beefy flavor.
  • Add vegetables to the soup: Vegetables add flavor, nutrients, and color to the soup. Some good vegetables to add to Dutch soup include carrots, celery, onions, potatoes, and cabbage.
  • Season the soup to taste: Once the soup is finished, taste it and adjust the seasoning as needed. You may want to add more salt, pepper, or garlic powder.

Conclusion:

Dutch soup with tiny meatballs is a delicious and hearty soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It's made with simple ingredients and is easy to make. The meatballs are the star of the show, and they're cooked to perfection in a rich beef broth. The vegetables add flavor, nutrients, and color to the soup. This soup is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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