Description
Warm up with a cozy bowl of hearty Meatball Soup, filled with tender meatballs, vibrant vegetables, and aromatic herbs. This comforting dish is perfect for chilly nights or family gatherings. Easy to prepare and packed with flavor, it’s sure to become a favorite in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with juices
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil for sautéing
Instructions
- 1. Prepare the Meatballs: In a bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix gently and form into golf ball-sized meatballs.
- 2. Sauté Vegetables: In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté chopped onion until translucent; then add diced carrots and celery; cook until softened.
- 3. Build the Soup Base: Stir in canned tomatoes and chicken broth. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- 4. Add Meatballs: Carefully drop meatballs into the simmering soup. Cook for 15-20 minutes until fully cooked.
- 5. Final Touches: Taste and adjust seasoning; add spinach or kale if desired.
- 6. Serve: Ladle into bowls and garnish with parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg