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    Keto Meatball Soup {Whole30 & Paleo}

    Published: May 7, 2018 Updated: Nov 3, 2020 By: Cassidy Stauffer May earn from affiliate links.

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    This Keto Meatball Soup is easy to prepare, hearty, and loaded with fresh veggies and flavor. Best of all, the meatballs can be made ahead of time and it freezes nicely. 

    Keto Meatball Soup {#Paleo #Keto #Whole30 #LowCarb #GlutenFree #Whole30}

    Even if you don't think you're a fan of soup, I promise you, this Keto Meatball Soup will change your mind!

    It's easy to prepare, hearty, and loaded with fresh veggies and flavor. And if you're short on time, the keto meatballs can be made ahead of time or even frozen.

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    • Top tips for perfect keto meatball soup
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    The meatballs

    mixing ingredients in food procesor

    For the meatballs, I've added some sneaky veggies. I add an onion, 2 handfuls of spinach, and 3 cloves of garlic to a food processor and process until everything is in very small pieces.

    Meatball Soup - Meatballs in baking pan

    Then I add the spinach/onion mixture to a large bowl along with 2 lbs. beef, sea salt, pepper, Italian seasonings, and parsley and mix everything together.

    After that, I roll the mixture into meatballs and bake at 350 degrees for 35-45 minutes.

    And remember, you don't have to use the meatballs just for this soup recipe! They're also great on their own, as a snack, in lunchboxes, or incorporated into lots of different recipes!

    The soup

    While the meatballs are cooking, make the soup.

    Soup simmering before meatballs are added

    For the soup, saute carrots, onion, celery, and garlic in a heavy-bottomed pot. Then add basil, oregano, thyme, tomato paste, a bay leaf, chopped zucchini, diced tomatoes, and chicken broth.

    Allow to simmer about 20 minutes to infuse all that yummy flavor.

    After it's done simmering, add some balsamic vinegar for a nice depth of flavor, salt, pepper, and the meatballs. Then it's ready to eat!!!

    Any leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to a week or frozen for up to 3 months.

    Top tips for perfect keto meatball soup

    • If you would like to reduce the carb count, omit the carrot, zucchini, and reduce the onion to ยฝ. This will make each serving have 7 net carbs.
    • Don't skip the balsamic vinegar! The balsamic vinegar is my secret ingredient. It adds a depth of flavor and tart sweetness you don't want to miss!
    • You can make this soup ahead of time and freeze in individual containers to eat later.
    • The meatballs can be pre-made and stored covered in the fridge for 5 to 7 days or frozen up to 3 months.
    • Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for one week or in the freezer for up to 3 months.

    Looking for more Whole30 & Keto Dinner Recipes? Check out my Chicken Pot Pie Soup, Lasagna Soup, and Healthful Pursuit's Chicken Enchilada Zucchini Boats

    If you’ve tried this Keto Meatball Soup or any other recipe on the blog please let me know in the comments below!

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    ๐Ÿ“– Recipe

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    Keto Meatball Soup {Paleo & Whole30}

    This keto meatball soup is easy to prepare, hearty, and loaded with fresh veggies and flavor. Best of all, the meatballs can be made ahead of time and it freezes nicely. 
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    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 30 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 1 hour hour 10 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 1 hour hour 40 minutes minutes
    Servings: 8
    CALORIES :336kcal
    CARBS :13g
    FIBER :4g
    Author: Cassidy Stauffer

    Ingredients

    Meatballs:

    • 2 Lb. Ground Beef
    • 2 Handfuls Fresh Spinach
    • 1 Small Onion
    • 3 Cloves Garlic
    • ¾ tsp. Sea Salt
    • ¼ tsp. Ground Pepper
    • 2 tsp. Italian Seasonings
    • 2 Tbsp. Parsley
    • 2 tablespoon Coconut Cream or Heavy Cream

    Soup:

    • 1 Tbsp. Coconut Oil - or oil of choice
    • 1 Small Onion - diced
    • 2 Cloves Garlic - minced
    • 1 Medium Carrot - Peeled and Diced
    • 1 Stalk of Celery - Chopped
    • 2 tsp. Dried Basil
    • 1 tsp. Oregano
    • ¾ tsp. Thyme
    • 1 32 oz. Can of Diced Tomatoes
    • 3 Tbsp. Tomato Paste
    • 1 Bay Leaf
    • 32- oz. Low Sodium Beef or Chicken Broth
    • 1 Medium Zucchini - Chopped into Halves or Quarters
    • 1 tsp. Balsamic Vinegar
    • Salt - to taste (at least ยฝ tsp.)
    • Pepper - to taste (at least ยผ tsp.)
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    Instructions

    For the meatballs:

    • Preheat oven to 350 degrees and line a 9x11 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
    • In the bowl of a food processor, add the spinach, garlic, and onion. Then process until everything is in very small pieces. Add the spinach/onion mixture to a large mixing bowl along with the ground beef, sea salt, pepper, Italian seasonings, parsley, and coconut cream or heavy cream. Mix well.
    • Roll into meatballs and place into prepared baking dish.
    • Bake for 35-45 minutes, or until cooked through.

    For the soup:

    • Add the oil to a large, heavy-bottomed pot or dutch oven and heat over medium heat.
    • Add the onion, garlic, carrot, and celery. Saute until veggies are slightly soft, around 4 minutes.
    • Add the basil, oregano, and thyme. Cook for 1 minute.
    • Add the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, bay leaf, chicken or beef broth, and zucchini.
    • Bring to boil, then reduce heat and simmer 20-25 minutes.
    • Add salt, pepper, and balsamic vinegar. Taste soup, if it tastes flat, it needs more salt.
    • Add the meatballs to the soup and serve!

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    • Watch the full-length YouTube video here: YouTube Meatball Soup Video!
    • Each serving is about 2 ladles of soup - approximately 1 heaping cup.
    • If you would like to reduce the carb count, omit the carrot, zucchini, and reduce the onion to ยฝ. This will make each serving have 7 net carbs.
    • Don't skip the balsamic vinegar! The balsamic vinegar is my secret ingredient. It adds a depth of flavor and tart sweetness you don't want to miss!
    • The soup can be made ahead of time and frozen in individual containers to eat later.
    • The meatballs can be pre-made and stored covered in the fridge for 5 to 7 days or frozen up to 3 months.
    • Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to one week or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
    • The coconut cream or heavy cream is an added ingredient to ensure the meatballs turn out juicy!
    • For coconut cream, place full-fat canned coconut milk in the fridge for 24 hours. Then, scoop out the coagulated cream. I recommend Sprouts, Thai Kitchen, or Native Forest brands. Other brands may not separate as well or leave an aftertaste.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 336kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 82mg | Sodium: 686mg | Potassium: 1053mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 2015IU | Vitamin C: 25mg | Calcium: 139mg | Iron: 6mg

    NET CARBS = Total Carbs - Fiber - Allulose - Xylitol

    Nutritional information is approximate and may vary. Sugar alcohols, xylitol, and allulose are included in the total carbs and fiber.

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    1. Karyn says

      November 29, 2023 at 7:38 pm

      Iโ€™m doing a keto diet and allergic to almonds & coconut. Is there something else I can use in place of the heavy cream or coconut cream?
      Thanks!

      Reply
      • Cassidy says

        November 30, 2023 at 11:32 am

        Hi Karyn!

        If you aren't allergic to dairy and only almonds and coconut, you should be able to use heavy cream. Otherwise, I'm just not sure - sorry!

        XO,
        Cassidy

        Reply
    2. J says

      July 28, 2023 at 12:49 am

      Great recipe, I adjust the things I use as additives, depending on what I have. I like to premake this as a freezer meal, but I'm not interested in pre blanching zucchini. Any suggestions for good substitutes? Would turnips be a good options?

      Thanks.

      Reply
      • Cassidy says

        July 29, 2023 at 3:16 am

        Oh no, I just don't know of a good substitute for the zucchini? Turnips may work but I've never tested them, sorry!!!

        XO,
        Cassidy

        Reply
    3. Debra Pierce says

      February 04, 2022 at 7:08 pm

      5 stars
      Awesome!!!... but how much is a serving?.. it says it serves 8.

      Reply
      • Cassidy Stauffer says

        February 04, 2022 at 8:14 pm

        Hi Debra, I'm so happy you like it!!

        Each serving is about 2 ladles of soup - approximately 1 heaping cup. I hope this helps!!

        -Cassidy

        Reply
        • Deb Pierce says

          February 06, 2022 at 2:16 pm

          5 stars
          Thank you!!... yes it does!!!!๐Ÿค—๐Ÿค—

    4. Estee says

      January 16, 2022 at 8:52 pm

      5 stars
      The meatballs were the best Iโ€™ve ever tasted. Iโ€™m going to use the meatball recipe for spaghetti and meatballs! The soup was delicious!

      Reply
      • Cassidy Stauffer says

        January 17, 2022 at 3:01 pm

        Oh YAY Estee, thank you!!! I'm so happy you liked them ๐Ÿ˜

        XO,
        Cassidy

        Reply
    5. Mary Ellen says

      September 09, 2021 at 3:29 pm

      How many meatballs does this recipe make?

      Reply
      • Cassidy Stauffer says

        September 10, 2021 at 1:17 pm

        Hi Mary Ellen!

        I roll my meatballs on the larger side and usually end up with around 35. I hope this helps!!

        XO,
        Cassidy

        Reply
    6. Christine says

      April 12, 2021 at 10:40 pm

      5 stars
      This soup is excellent! The balsamic vinegar is your secret ingredient. It makes the soup extra tasty.

      Reply
      • Cassidy Stauffer says

        April 13, 2021 at 1:41 pm

        Thank you!!! Yes, I agree, I think the balsamic vinegar is the secret ingredient that makes this soup taste so good ๐Ÿ˜

        XO,
        Cassidy

        Reply
      • Magan Brown says

        September 18, 2022 at 2:44 pm

        Could you use frozen meatballs?

        Reply
        • Cassidy Stauffer says

          September 19, 2022 at 12:32 pm

          Yes, you can! Just cook them according to the instructions on the package then add them to the soup ๐Ÿ‘

          XO,
          Cassidy

    7. Maryse Roy says

      March 30, 2020 at 4:32 pm

      5 stars
      This soup is a staple now at my house, it's excellent, so much flavor!! THANK YOU!!
      I prefer crushed tomatoes instead of diced tomatoes, (it's the only change I made.)

      Reply
    8. Penny says

      March 25, 2020 at 1:32 am

      My Husband and I really enjoyed the soup. It has such a nice flavor. Love all the meatballs. I will make it again. Wonderful recipe.

      Reply
      • Cassidy Stauffer says

        March 25, 2020 at 2:23 am

        Thank you Penny, I'm so excited you and your husband liked it ๐Ÿ™‚

        Reply
    9. Randi says

      March 15, 2020 at 12:29 pm

      4 stars
      Husband and I both think it would be better with just ground beef rather than meatballs. They came out dry. Ended up breaking them up on second day and reheating and that was excellent. The balsamic is key!

      Reply
    10. Mary says

      March 06, 2020 at 1:10 am

      5 stars
      Great soup. Made the meatballs with beef and pork. They were very tender and were so good in the soup.

      Reply
      • Cassidy Stauffer says

        March 06, 2020 at 3:11 am

        Thanks Mary, I'm so happy you liked it!!!

        -Cassidy

        Reply
    11. Marie Webb says

      February 02, 2020 at 8:02 pm

      5 stars
      Simple, delicious, and made me feel super cheffy!! Meal prep done!

      Reply
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