How to Make Meatball Lentil Soup - A Step-by-Step Guide

When the weather is cold and dreary, there's nothing quite like a warm and hearty soup to lift your spirits. And if you're looking for a soup that is both comforting and nutritious, then this Meatball Lentil Soup is the recipe for you. This soup is packed with protein, fiber, and flavor, making it the perfect meal for a cozy night in.

The star ingredient of this soup is the meatballs, which are made from ground beef or turkey, breadcrumbs, and seasonings. These meatballs add a savory ...

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Ingredients

  • 3 cups water
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 (14 ounce) can low-sodium chicken broth
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro (Optional)
  • 1 serrano pepper, stemmed, or more to taste
  • 2 tablespoons minced garlic
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper, divided
  • 1 cup lentils, rinsed and drained
  • ½ onion, diced
  • ½ pound ground beef
  • ¼ cup uncooked white rice
  • ¼ cup Italian-seasoned bread crumbs
  • 3 tablespoons milk
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • 1 potato, peeled and chopped
  • 1 carrot, peeled and chopped

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 20 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Combine water, tomatoes, chicken broth, cilantro, serrano pepper, garlic, cumin, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Bring to a boil. Add lentils and onion and return to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to low, and let simmer, stirring after 10 minutes, about 25 minutes total.
  • While soup is simmering, mix ground beef, rice, bread crumbs, milk, garlic powder, remaining 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon salt together in a bowl. Mix to combine and form into small meatballs. Add to the pot, making sure they are covered with liquid, adding a small amount of water if necessary.
  • Bring to a boil, cover, and let simmer for 10 minutes. Stir gently; add potato and carrot and cover. Let simmer until tender, 10 to 15 minutes. Taste and adjust salt if necessary.
  • Nutrition

    435 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 38mg
    • Sodium: 522mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 60g
    • Dietary Fiber: 18g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 28g
    • Vitamin C: 24mg
    • Calcium: 120mg
    • Iron: 9mg
    • Potassium: 1059mg