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Nutritious soup with spinach, meatballs, and vegetables
In season: Winter · Spring
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Spinach meatball soup (220 g) has 143 calories. That works out to 65 calories per 100 g. It contains 12.1 g of carbs, 9.2 g of protein, 5.7 g of fat and 2.9 g of fiber. Its 242 µg of Vitamin K covers 202% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 220 g
143
KCAL / 220G
Carbs
12.1g
· 4% DV
Protein
9.2g
· 18% DV
Fat
5.7g
· 7% DV
Fiber
2.9g
· 10% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 35% · Protein 27% · Fat 38%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 143 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.7 g | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 1.76 g | 9% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 704 mg | 31% |
| Total carbohydrate | 12.1 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 2.9 g | 10% |
| Protein | 9.2 g | 18% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 220 g | 143 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 65 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 150 g | 98 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 200 g | 130 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 250 g | 163 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 250 g | 163 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 300 g | 195 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 330 g | 215 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 350 g | 228 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 400 g | 260 kcal |
| 1 bottle (jumbo) | 500 g | 325 kcal |
Calculated from 65 calories per 100 g.
Spinach meatball soup combines spinach, small meatballs, and broth, often with onion or other vegetables. Recipes vary: some include rice or another grain, while others keep the broth simple, so there is no single fixed ingredient list.
To make spinach meatball soup, shape seasoned ground meat into small balls and cook them in broth before adding chopped spinach and vegetables. Simmer gently until the meatballs are cooked through and the spinach is tender.
Meatballs in spinach meatball soup can fall apart if the mixture is too wet, insufficiently mixed, or stirred vigorously as it cooks. Shape them firmly, let them set briefly, and stir the soup gently after adding them.
Yes, frozen spinach works in spinach meatball soup. Thaw and drain it first if it releases a lot of water, then add it near the end of cooking so it warms through without becoming overly soft.
Ground beef or lamb both work well in spinach meatball soup, and a blend is also suitable. Choose meat with enough fat to keep the small meatballs tender, and season the mixture before shaping.
Yes, turkey meatballs are a good alternative in spinach meatball soup. Because ground turkey can be lean and delicate, avoid overmixing it and handle the meatballs gently; cook them fully in the simmering broth.
Serve spinach meatball soup with crusty bread, rice, or a simple salad. Since the soup already contains meatballs and greens, a light side is usually enough to make the meal feel complete.
Spinach meatball soup keeps refrigerated in a covered container for up to three days. Cool it promptly, refrigerate it within two hours, and reheat only the portion you plan to eat until it is piping hot.
Yes, spinach meatball soup can be frozen in airtight, freezer-safe portions. The spinach may become softer after thawing, so cool the soup before freezing and thaw it in the refrigerator before reheating thoroughly.
Yes, spinach meatball soup can be a filling meal because it combines broth, vegetables, and meatballs. Add bread or rice if you want a more substantial serving, or pair it with salad for a lighter meal.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
242µg · 202% DV
Vitamin A
462µg · 51% DV
Folate
121µg · 30% DV
B12
0.7µg · 29% DV
Minerals
Sodium
704mg · 31% DV
Manganese
0.51mg · 22% DV
Copper
0.18mg · 20% DV
Phosphorus
114mg · 16% DV
Potassium ⭐
462mg · 14% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 143 calories in 1 cup (medium) (220 g):
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Spinach meatball soup is a home-style soup associated with Turkish cooking, combining small meatballs with spinach and vegetables in a warm broth. Recipes vary from household to household, so the exact vegetables and soup base can differ. It is usually served hot as a satisfying lunch or supper, either on its own or with bread and a simple salad; a squeeze of lemon is a fresh finishing touch. The spinach adds vegetables and some fibre, while the meatballs contribute protein: the soup provides 4.2 g per 100 g. For a lighter bowl, use lean meat for the meatballs and keep added oil modest.
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.76g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.2g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.66g
Omega 6:3 ratio 1.9:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.