Description

Albóndigas Soup offers a delightful blend of flavors with tender meatballs, fresh herbs, and wholesome vegetables. It’s a wonderful option for a hearty dinner that’s both comforting and easy to prepare. Perfect for family gatherings or a cozy night in!

Ingredients

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1 egg
3 tablespoons fresh chopped mint (or cilantro)
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
¼ teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon salt
1 lb meatloaf mix (or half 80% lean ground beef/half ground pork–or all of one or the other)
1¼ cups (packed) cooked long grain white rice
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 (28-oz) whole peeled tomatoes with their juices
2 to 3 whole chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
8 cups chicken broth
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon dried oregano
2 carrots, cut into ½-in pieces
2 small russet potatoes, peeled and cut into ½-in pieces
1 large zucchini, cut into ½-in pieces
¼ cup fresh chopped cilantro, for serving
lime wedges, for serving

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and position a rack in the middle. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and place an oven-safe roasting rack on top. Spray the rack with nonstick cooking spray.
In a large bowl, beat the egg and mix in the mint, garlic, oregano, cumin, and salt. Add the meatloaf mix and cooked rice, then mash the ingredients with your hands until combined.
Wet your hands and roll the mixture into tablespoon-sized balls, about 1 inch in diameter. You should yield around 32 meatballs. Place the meatballs on the prepared rack, re-wetting your hands as necessary to avoid sticking. Bake for 15 minutes, until they are lightly browned and almost cooked through; they will finish cooking in the broth.

Notes

For added flavor, consider using both ground beef and pork in the meatball mixture.
Feel free to adjust the amount of chipotle peppers based on your spice preference.
This soup can be refrigerated and reheats well for leftovers.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 350
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 25g
Cholesterol: 80mg