Description
This Mexican Meatball Soup is a hearty and flavorful dish that’s perfect for a cozy meal. It’s packed with tender meatballs, vegetables, and rice in a rich and spicy broth.
Ingredients
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Meatball Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef (extra lean)
- 1/3 cup white rice, uncooked
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped
- 2 teaspoons parsley, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
Soup Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup yellow onion, diced
- 1 cup diced carrots (about 2 carrots)
- 1 cup diced celery (about 2 celery ribs)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 1/2 cups potatoes, diced 1-inch bite size
- 1/2 cup white rice, uncooked
- 2 (15.9 ounce) cans fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 1 can green chilis
- 6 cups beef broth
- 1 zucchini, chopped
Instructions
- Make Meatballs: Combine all the meatball ingredients, roll into 1 ½ inch balls, and set aside.
- Sauté Vegetables: Heat oil in a 6-quart or larger pot over medium heat. Add onions, carrots, and celery. Sauté until softened.
- Add Spices: Add garlic, chili powder, oregano, and paprika, and stir together, cooking for 30 seconds or so.
- Add Other Ingredients: Stir in the potatoes and rice. Add diced tomatoes, green chilis, and beef broth, and stir together.
- Simmer Meatballs: Carefully add the meatballs and bring to a simmer. Simmer for about 15 to 20 minutes until the meatballs are cooked through.
- Add Zucchini: Add zucchini and bring back to a simmer until rice and vegetables are all tender.
- Serve: Serve with preferred toppings.
Notes
- Make Ahead: Prepare the meatball mixture, roll them into balls, and store them covered in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. When you’re ready to cook, follow the steps for the soup.
- Storage: Store soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Toppings: Some popular toppings for this soup include shredded cheese, sour cream, avocado, and chopped cilantro.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Serving
- Calories: 350kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 50mg