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Slow Cooker Meatball Zoodle Soup Recipe

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  • Author: Patricia
  • Total Time: 2 hours 10 mins
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Keto, Gluten Free

Description

This comforting and healthy Slow Cooker Meatball Zoodle Soup features tender, herb-infused beef meatballs swimming in a robust, savory broth with fresh, crunchy zucchini noodles. It is an ideal, low-carb meal for busy weeknights that requires minimal cleanup. The slow cooker allows flavors to meld beautifully, creating a satisfying, protein-packed dish that is gluten-free and keto-friendly, perfect for any family table.

Ingredients

Meatballs

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 small egg
  • 2 tablespoons almond flour
  • 2 teaspoons dried parsley
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper

Soup Base

  • 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
  • 15 ounces crushed or diced tomatoes
  • 2 sticks of celery, sliced
  • 1/3 cup onion, diced
  • 1 small carrot, diced
  • 1 garlic clove, minced

Zoodles

  • 2 small zucchinis, spiralized into noodles

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Meatballs: In a medium-sized bowl, combine the ground beef, egg, almond flour, parsley, salt, and pepper. Use your hands to mix gently until just combined, being careful not to overwork the meat. Shape the mixture into 12 to 15 uniform meatballs.
  2. Combine Soup Ingredients: Add the beef broth, tomatoes, celery, onion, carrot, garlic, and seasonings into your slow cooker. Stir everything together until the ingredients are well incorporated and the base is uniform.
  3. Slow Cook: Gently drop your prepared meatballs into the broth mixture, making sure not to crowd them too much. Cover the slow cooker and cook on HIGH for 2 to 3 hours, or on LOW for 4 to 6 hours until the meatballs are fully cooked through.
  4. Add Zoodles: About 10 minutes before serving, stir in your prepared zucchini noodles. Let them simmer in the hot soup until they are soft to your liking. Serve hot and enjoy immediately.

Notes

  • Do not spiralize your zucchini too far in advance, as they can release excess water.
  • If you like your meatballs firmer, sear them in a pan for 2 minutes before adding to the slow cooker.
  • Taste the broth before serving and adjust the salt level if necessary.
  • For an extra zing, sprinkle some red pepper flakes on top when serving.
  • Use a large cookie scoop to ensure your meatballs are perfectly uniform in size for even cooking.
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 2 hours
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://patriciarecipes.com/slow-cooker-meatball-zoodle-soup-recipe/