Description
The Best Tuscan Meatball Soup is a heartwarming Italian dish that brings comfort to your table with its rich tomato broth, tender meatballs, and fresh vegetables. This delightful soup is perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings, offering warmth and flavor with every spoonful. Enjoy a bowl of nostalgia that reminds you of cherished moments and culinary traditions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 28 oz can crushed tomatoes
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 1 medium zucchini, diced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix the ground beef, garlic, herbs, salt, and pepper until combined. Form into meatballs (about 1 inch in diameter) and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté diced onions until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add carrots and zucchini; cook for another 3 minutes.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes and vegetable broth; bring to a simmer.
- Gently add meatballs to the pot and let simmer uncovered for about 20 minutes until cooked through.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg