Hearty Fideo Soup

Warm up your soul with this comforting and colorful Hearty Fideo Soup, a delicious Mexican-inspired dish that's perfect for any season. Featuring golden, toasted fideo noodles simmered in a rich, aromatic broth of ripe tomatoes, chicken stock, and fresh vegetables like carrots, potatoes, and zucchini, this soup is as wholesome as it is flavorful. A sprinkle of fresh cilantro adds a bright herbal note, while a squeeze of lime at serving brings a zesty pop to every bowl. Ready in just an hour, this vibrant one-pot meal is easy to make, packed with nutrients, and perfect for cozy family dinners. Don't miss the satisfying crunch of those perfectly toasted noodles—both a hallmark of this classic recipe and a true comfort food treat.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 7 ounces fideo noodles
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium white onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 3 large ripe tomatoes, diced
• 6 cups chicken stock
• 1 medium carrot, peeled and sliced
• 1 medium potato, peeled and cubed
• 1 medium zucchini, sliced
• 0.5 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 large lime, cut into wedges

Directions

Step 1

Start by heating the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the fideo noodles and toast them, stirring frequently, until they are golden brown, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 3

Remove the noodles from the pot and set aside.

Step 4

In the same pot, add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until it's translucent.

Step 5

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

Step 6

Add the diced tomatoes, and cook until they are soft and start to break down, about 5 minutes.

Step 7

Pour in the chicken stock and bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 8

Add the sliced carrot, cubed potato, and sliced zucchini to the pot. Cook for 10 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.

Step 9

Return the toasted fideo noodles to the pot and simmer for another 8-10 minutes until the noodles are cooked through.

Step 10

Season the soup with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 11

Stir in the fresh cilantro just before serving.

Step 12

Serve hot, accompanied by lime wedges for squeezing over the soup.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3767.6 grams (3767.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1954

Total Fat 56.40g	72%
Saturated Fat 5.60g	28%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 128mg	43%
Sodium 3239mg	141%
Total Carbohydrate 261.30g	95%
Dietary Fiber 29.50g	105%
Total Sugars 41.00g
Protein 119.30g	239%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 426mg	33%
Iron 22mg	122%
Potassium 3838mg	82%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 25.0%

Protein: 23.5%

Carbs: 51.5%