Description
Swedish Meatball Soup is a delightful blend of tender meatballs, creamy broth, and vibrant vegetables that warms both heart and soul. Perfect for chilly evenings, this comforting dish combines rich flavors and inviting aromas, making it an ideal meal for family gatherings or cozy nights in.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 medium potatoes, diced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Meatballs: In a large bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, onion, garlic, salt, and pepper until just combined. Form into small meatballs.
- Sauté the Meatballs: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Brown meatballs on all sides for about 5-7 minutes; set aside.
- Create the Soup Base: In a large pot over medium heat, simmer beef broth. Add diced carrots and potatoes; cook until tender (about 10 minutes).
- Add Creaminess: Stir in heavy cream until well-blended and creamy.
- Add Meatballs & Herbs: Return browned meatballs to the pot along with dill and parsley. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes to meld flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Swedish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 90mg