High Protein Hearty Meatball and Potato Soup

Warm up with this high-protein hearty meatball and potato soup, a satisfying and nourishing dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. Loaded with tender homemade beef and pork meatballs, nutrient-packed russet potatoes, carrots, and celery, and simmered in a rich beef broth infused with aromatic thyme and bay leaf, this soup combines wholesome flavors with a comforting, hearty texture. The addition of Parmesan cheese and breadcrumbs in the meatballs adds a delightful savory depth, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley ties everything together. Ready in just over an hour and serving six generous portions, this protein-rich one-pot meal is as easy to make as it is to love. Whether you're seeking a filling low-carb option or a satisfying comfort food, this soup checks all the boxes!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 0.5 pound Ground pork
• 1 large Egg
• 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 3 medium Russet potatoes, peeled and diced
• 2 medium Carrots, sliced
• 2 stalks Celery, sliced
• 8 cups Beef broth
• 1 piece Bay leaf
• 0.5 teaspoon Thyme, dried
• 2 tablespoons Parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, egg, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic, onion, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until the ingredients are well incorporated.

Step 2

Shape the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter, and place them on a tray.

Step 3

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the meatballs in batches, cooking until they are browned on all sides. Remove the meatballs and set aside.

Step 4

In the same pot, add the diced potatoes, sliced carrots, and celery. Stir and cook for about 5 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.

Step 5

Pour in the beef broth, and add the bay leaf and thyme. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes.

Step 6

Return the meatballs to the pot, and continue to simmer for another 15-20 minutes until the meatballs are cooked through and potatoes are tender.

Step 7

Remove the bay leaf, stir in the chopped parsley, and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Step 8

Serve hot, garnished with extra parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3840.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3123.0

Total Fat 177.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 62.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.8g
Cholesterol 764.8mg	0%
Sodium 11423.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 201.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.5g	0%
Total Sugars 21.0g
Protein 197.4g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 725.5mg	0%
Iron 23.6mg	0%
Potassium 6168.3mg	0%

*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: 50.0%

Protein: 24.7%

Carbs: 25.2%