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

There's nothing better than a warm and comforting bowl of soup on a chilly day, and this Meatball Orzo Soup is the perfect dish to cozy up with. Packed with hearty meatballs, tender orzo pasta, and a flavorful broth, this soup is sure to become a new favorite in your rotation of comforting meals.

What sets this soup apart from others is the addition of homemade meatballs. These savory and juicy meatballs add a delicious element to the soup, and the orzo pasta provides a satisfying tex...

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Ingredients

  • 4 (14 ounce) cans chicken broth
  • 2 (14 ounce) packages frozen cooked meatballs, thawed
  • 1 small zucchini, shredded
  • ¾ cup orzo pasta
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
  • ¼ cup lemon juice
  • 2 eggs

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Pour chicken broth into a large pot and mix in meatballs, zucchini and orzo. Season with pepper and parsley. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered 30 minutes.
  • In a bowl, beat together lemon juice and eggs. Mix 1/4 cup hot soup into bowl, then stir entire mixture into the pot. Serve soup hot.
  • Nutrition

    432 cal.

    • Total Fat: 20g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 179mg
    • Sodium: 1441mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 31g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 30g
    • Vitamin C: 9mg
    • Calcium: 73mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 483mg