Name: Meatball Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 pound lean ground beef; 1/2 cup cooked white rice; 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro; 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh mint (optional); 1 large egg; 6 cloves garlic, minced; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 2 teaspoons dried oregano; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 medium onion, finely diced; 2 carrots, peeled and diced; 2 celery stalks, diced; 8 cups low-sodium beef broth; 1 (14.5-ounce) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes; 2 medium russet potatoes, peeled and diced; 1 zucchini, quartered and sliced; 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro for garnish; Lime wedges for serving

Description

A comforting and hearty meatball soup packed with flavor, perfect for cozy days.

Ingredients

Scale

1 pound lean ground beef
1/2 cup cooked white rice
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh mint (optional)
1 large egg
6 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, finely diced
2 carrots, peeled and diced
2 celery stalks, diced
8 cups low-sodium beef broth
1 (14.5-ounce) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes
2 medium russet potatoes, peeled and diced
1 zucchini, quartered and sliced
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro for garnish
Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

In a large bowl, combine ground beef, cooked rice, cilantro, mint, egg, minced garlic, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix gently to avoid overmixing.
Form the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter. Set aside.
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery, and cook for 5-7 minutes until softened.
Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in beef broth and diced tomatoes, then bring to a boil.
Reduce heat to a simmer and gently drop in meatballs, being careful not to stir immediately. Let simmer for about 5 minutes.
Add diced potatoes and simmer for another 10 minutes, then stir in zucchini and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes until potatoes are tender and meatballs are cooked through.
Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and lime wedges.

Notes

This soup can be made ahead of time and freezes well. Adjust vegetables or proteins based on your preference.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Simmering
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 400
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 550mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 25g
Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: meatball soup, comfort food, easy soup, hearty soup, beef soup