Low Fat Beef Meatball Soup

Warm up with a comforting bowl of Low Fat Beef Meatball Soup, a hearty yet nutritious dish that's perfect for a wholesome weeknight dinner. Brimming with lean beef meatballs, vibrant vegetables, and tender spinach, this soup is both light and satisfying. The meatballs, made with 93% lean ground beef, breadcrumbs, and a touch of Parmesan, are gently browned for a deliciously savory flavor. Simmered in a fragrant broth of low-sodium beef stock, diced tomatoes, and aromatic herbs like oregano and thyme, this recipe delivers layers of flavor without the extra fat. Ready in under an hour, this one-pot meal is not only easy to prepare but also freezes beautifully for meal prep. Ideal for those seeking a healthy, protein-packed dinner, this soup pairs perfectly with a slice of whole-grain bread for a cozy finish!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 500 g Lean ground beef (93% lean or higher)
• 60 g Breadcrumbs
• 60 ml Low-fat milk
• 30 g Grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 large Egg
• 1 tsp Garlic powder
• 1 tsp Onion powder
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 1 tbsp Olive oil
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 medium Carrots
• 2 Celery stalks
• 3 Garlic cloves
• 1 liter Low-sodium beef broth
• 400 g Canned diced tomatoes
• 1 Bay leaf
• 1 tsp Dried oregano
• 1 tsp Dried thyme
• 150 g Spinach leaves

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine the lean ground beef, breadcrumbs, low-fat milk, grated Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.

Step 2

Shape the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter. You should have approximately 20-24 meatballs.

Step 3

Heat the olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add the prepared meatballs in batches, browning them on all sides, being careful not to overcrowd the pot. Remove the meatballs and set aside.

Step 4

In the same pot, add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened.

Step 5

Add the minced garlic to the pot and stir for about 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 6

Pour in the low-sodium beef broth and add the canned diced tomatoes, bay leaf, dried oregano, and dried thyme. Stir to combine.

Step 7

Return the browned meatballs to the pot. Bring the soup to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer uncovered for 15 minutes.

Step 8

Add the spinach leaves to the pot and cook for an additional 5 minutes until the spinach has wilted.

Step 9

Remove the bay leaf and serve the soup hot. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2670.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1919.4

Total Fat 91.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 31.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.8g
Cholesterol 627.3mg	0%
Sodium 5746.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 112.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.0g	0%
Total Sugars 34.3g
Protein 170.7g	0%

Vitamin D 114.0IU	0%
Calcium 987.7mg	0%
Iron 24.7mg	0%
Potassium 4692.4mg	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: 42.0%

Protein: 34.9%

Carbs: 23.1%