Description
Discover this hearty and flavorful Meatball Soup Recipe, perfect for family dinners and budget-friendly meal planning. Combining tender homemade or store-bought meatballs with nourishing vegetables in a savory broth, this Italian-style soup is both comforting and easy to prepare. Ideal for quick weeknight dinners or meal prepping, it’s a versatile addition to your recipe collection.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) ground beef or turkey
- 1 cup cooked rice or quinoa
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 large carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 6 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef or turkey with diced onion, garlic, cooked rice, salt, pepper, and herbs. Form into small meatballs about 1 inch in diameter. Set aside.
- In a large soup pot, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté until vegetables are tender, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the diced tomatoes and broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to simmer. Carefully drop the meatballs into the simmering broth. Continue cooking for about 15-20 minutes, or until meatballs are cooked through and flavors meld.
- Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, oregano, and basil. Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley. Pair with crusty bread or side salad for a complete meal.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- For freezing, allow the soup to cool completely, then transfer to freezer-safe containers. Reheat on the stove or microwave.
- Avoid freezing after adding fresh herbs to preserve flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 250 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg