Description
Meatball Soup is the ultimate comfort food, combining tender, juicy meatballs with a savory broth enriched by fresh vegetables. This heartwarming dish is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a cozy family dinner or a casual gathering with friends. With its rich flavors and hearty ingredients, Meatball Soup invites everyone to gather around the table and enjoy a delicious meal together. Easy to prepare and customize, this recipe will quickly become a favorite in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 large carrot, diced
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 large egg
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, half of the parsley, salt, pepper, and egg. Mix well and form into one-inch meatballs.
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Brown meatballs on all sides (about 5 minutes), then remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté diced carrots and celery for 5-7 minutes until softened.
- Add beef broth and diced tomatoes; bring to a gentle boil.
- Return meatballs to the pot; simmer for 20 minutes to meld flavors.
- Serve hot in bowls, garnished with remaining parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (350g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg