Zesty Meatball Noodle Soup

Warm up your soul with this vibrant and flavorful Zesty Meatball Noodle Soup! This comforting recipe blends tender, homemade beef meatballs infused with garlic, ginger, and soy sauce, swimming in a fragrant broth layered with fresh vegetables, tangy lime juice, and optional sriracha for a spicy kick. Paired with silky rice noodles and finished with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro and scallions, this soup strikes the perfect balance between zestiness and heartiness. Ready in under an hour, it's an ideal meal for chilly nights or when you're craving a quick yet satisfying dinner. Indulge in a bowl of bold flavors that'll leave everyone asking for seconds!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 g Ground beef
• 1 large Egg
• 100 g Breadcrumbs
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp Ginger, grated
• 2 tbsp Soy sauce
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 1.5 liters Chicken broth
• 2 medium Carrot, sliced
• 2 stalks Celery, chopped
• 3 stalks Scallions, sliced
• 200 g Rice noodles
• 2 tbsp Lime juice
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 tbsp Sriracha (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, egg, breadcrumbs, 1 clove of minced garlic, 1/2 tbsp of grated ginger, soy sauce, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.

Step 2

Form the mixture into small, bite-sized meatballs, about 1-inch in diameter, and set aside on a plate.

Step 3

Heat 1 tbsp of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the meatballs in batches, browning them on all sides (about 5 minutes per batch). Remove the meatballs and set aside.

Step 4

In the same pot, heat the remaining 1 tbsp of olive oil. Add the remaining minced garlic, grated ginger, sliced carrots, and chopped celery. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until fragrant and the vegetables start to soften.

Step 5

Pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer and carefully add the browned meatballs back into the pot. Simmer for 10 minutes.

Step 6

Meanwhile, cook the rice noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.

Step 7

Add the lime juice to the soup and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed. For extra heat, stir in the optional sriracha.

Step 8

To serve, divide the rice noodles into bowls and ladle the soup with meatballs and vegetables over the top.

Step 9

Garnish with sliced scallions and chopped cilantro before serving. Enjoy your Zesty Meatball Noodle Soup!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2824.3 grams (2824.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2321

Total Fat 131.60g	169%
Saturated Fat 43.00g	215%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.70g
Cholesterol 574mg	191%
Sodium 10031mg	436%
Total Carbohydrate 165.40g	60%
Dietary Fiber 13.80g	49%
Total Sugars 23.10g
Protein 136.90g	274%

Vitamin D 54IU	269%
Calcium 410mg	32%
Iron 21mg	119%
Potassium 3591mg	76%

*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: 49.5%

Protein: 22.9%

Carbs: 27.6%