Hearty Italian Meatball and Vegetable Soup: A Comforting Classic
A warm and satisfying dish featuring meatballs and fresh vegetables in a flavorful broth.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-free
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup bread crumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 cup carrots, sliced
- 1 cup zucchini, diced
- 1 cup green beans, trimmed
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine ground beef, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix well and form into small meatballs.
- In a large pot, heat chicken broth over medium heat.
- Add diced tomatoes and bring to a simmer.
- Carefully add meatballs to the broth and cook for about 10 minutes.
- Add carrots, zucchini, and green beans, and simmer until vegetables are tender and meatballs are cooked through, about 15-20 minutes.
- Adjust seasoning if necessary and serve hot.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a bay leaf while cooking.
- Feel free to use any vegetables you have on hand.