Description
Albondigas soup is a comforting dish that warms the soul on chilly days. This hearty soup features tender meatballs, vibrant vegetables, and aromatic spices simmered to perfection. Ideal for family gatherings or cozy dinners, it promises to fill your kitchen with delightful aromas and bring smiles around the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (lean)
- 1/2 cup uncooked rice
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 2 carrots (chopped)
- 1 zucchini (chopped)
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tsp cumin
- 2 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Gather and chop all ingredients before starting.
- In a large bowl, mix ground beef, rice, minced garlic, parsley, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Shape mixture into small meatballs (about 1 inch in diameter) and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat; sauté chopped onions until translucent.
- Add carrots and zucchini; sauté for an additional 4–5 minutes until softened.
- Pour in chicken broth and diced tomatoes; stir to combine.
- Gently add meatballs to the pot and simmer on low heat for about 30 minutes until cooked through.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg