Best 3 Sicilian Meatball Soup Low Carb Recipes
Sicilian Meatball Soup is a hearty, flavorful, and low-carb dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. This traditional Italian soup is made with a rich tomato broth, tender meatballs, and a variety of vegetables. The meatballs are made with a combination of ground beef, pork, and veal, and are seasoned with garlic, onion, and fresh herbs. The soup also includes carrots, celery, onions, and spinach, which add flavor and texture. This low-carb version of Sicilian Meatball Soup is made with a combination of almond flour and pork rinds, which creates a thick and flavorful broth without the added carbohydrates. The soup is also gluten-free and can be made dairy-free by using almond milk instead of regular milk.
In addition to the traditional Sicilian Meatball Soup, the article also includes recipes for two variations: a Turkey Meatball Soup and a Vegetarian Meatball Soup. The Turkey Meatball Soup is a lighter version of the traditional soup, made with ground turkey instead of beef, pork, and veal. The Vegetarian Meatball Soup is a meatless version of the soup, made with a combination of lentils, quinoa, and vegetables. All three soups are easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences.
SICILIAN MEATBALL SOUP (LOW CARB)
From "The Good Carb Cookbook." Posted for safe-keeping. Prep and cook times are estimates. Don't let all the ingredients scare you, it's really a fairly simple recipe!
Provided by Treewoman
Categories Vegetable
Time 1h25m
Yield 10 cups
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- To make meatballs, combine all meatball ingredients (except the orzo) and mix well. Add the uncooked orzo, and mix again. Shape the meat mixture into 1 inch balls and set aside.
- Combine the water, bouillon granules, Italian seasoning, garlic, onions and carrots in a 4 quart pot and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 5 minutes or until the carrots start to soften.
- Place the undrained tomatoes in a blender and puree until smooth. Add the pureed tomatoes to the simmering broth mixture and increase the heat slightly to return the mixture to a simmer.
- Add the meatballs, a few at a time, to the simmering soup. Cover and simmer over low heat for 20 minutes. Add the orzo and increase the heat to medium. Cook covered for about 10 minutes or until the orzo is almost done. (Stir occasionally to prevent the orzo from sticking to the bottom of the pot.).
- Add the zucchini and cook for 3 minutes more or until the zucchini is tender and the orzo is done. Add the spinach and cook for another minute or just until the spinach wilts. Serve hot.
SICILIAN MEATBALL SOUP
Flavored with Parmesan and garlic and studded with raisins, scrumptious Sicilian meatballs turn vegetable soup into a tempting meal. If the soup waits, the pasta may absorb much of the liquid; just add more water or more stock.
Provided by Chef mariajane
Categories < 30 Mins
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, mix together the ground beef, 4 tablespoons of the parsley, the Parmesan, raisins, bread crumbs, egg, half the garlic, 1/2 teaspoons salt, and 1/4 teaspoons pepper, until thoroughly combined. Shape into 24 meatballs.
- In a large pot, heat the oil over moderate heat. Add the carrots, onion, celery and the remaining garlic, and cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables start to soften, about 5 minutes. Add the zucchini and cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes. Stir in the broth , tomatoes, rosemary, and the remaining 2 teaspoons salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer, partially covered, for 10 minutes.
- Add the remaining tablespoons parsley, 1/4 teaspoons pepper, and the pasta to the soup. Simmer for 5 minutes. Stir in the meatballs and simmer until the meatballs and pasta are done, about 5 minutes longer. Serve with additional Parmesan.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 441.7, Fat 21.3, SaturatedFat 6.5, Cholesterol 96.9, Sodium 1784.2, Carbohydrate 38.1, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 8, Protein 27
SICILIAN MEATBALLS
Family recipe that goes way back. My mother said her uncle would always take a little of the meat and fry her a "hamburger" in the skillet as the rest were in the oven. It's a lot of work, but the results are way worth it. If you are going to make this, make a bunch and freeze it!!!! LOL
Provided by Doxie lover in the
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h20m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Mince or press the garlic, and chop the parsley into fine pieces (or you can cut the measurement and use dried parsley flakes).
- Grate the onion and place in a bowl.
- Add all of the ingredients above, except for the olive oil, and mix together in the bowl.
- Form balls into the size of golf balls and then dip your hand (or brush) in the oil and then rub it on the balls.
- Place on cookie sheet and brown at 350 degrees for 20 minutes.
- I usually add these to my marinara sauce, but you can eat them many other ways as well!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 518, Fat 34.4, SaturatedFat 11.1, Cholesterol 140.5, Sodium 504.2, Carbohydrate 17, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 2.3, Protein 33.4
Tips:
- For a richer flavor, use a combination of ground beef and ground pork.
- If you don't have almond flour, you can use another low-carb flour, such as coconut flour or flaxseed meal.
- Be sure to drain the excess grease from the meatballs before adding them to the soup.
- If you want a thicker soup, you can add more almond flour or xanthan gum.
- Serve the soup with a side of grated Parmesan cheese or a dollop of sour cream.
Conclusion:
This Sicilian meatball soup is a delicious and hearty low-carb meal that's perfect for a cold winter day. The meatballs are packed with flavor, and the soup is rich and satisfying. With just a few simple ingredients, you can easily make this soup at home. So next time you're looking for a low-carb meal that will warm you up, give this Sicilian meatball soup a try.
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