⏱ 60 min totalAlbondigas (Mexican Meatball) Soup
Per 1 serving · 655 g · 22 ingredients
of a 2,000 cal day
- Protein25g21% of calories
- Carbs35g29% of calories
- Fat27g50% of calories
At a glance
One serving of Albondigas (Mexican Meatball) Soup (655 g) has 480 calories, with 25 g of protein, 35 g of carbohydrates and 27 g of fat. Most of its energy comes from fat (50% of calories). It is high in protein (51% DV), dietary fiber (21% DV) and Vitamin A (40% DV). Keep an eye on sodium, saturated fat and cholesterol, which provide 95%, 46% and 30% of the daily value.
High in
20%+ of the daily value
- Protein51%
- Dietary fiber21%
- Vitamin A40%
- Vitamin C33%
- Vitamin K27%
- Thiamine38%
Good source of
10–19% of the daily value
- Vitamin E10%
- Calcium13%
- Magnesium18%
Watch
20%+ of the daily value
- Sodium95%
- Saturated fat46%
- Cholesterol30%
Ingredients
For one serving. Tap an ingredient to see its nutrition.
1 ⅓ oz Ground beef
1 ⅓ oz Pork and beef chorizo
³⁄₁₆ large Egg
⅓ cloves, minced Garlic
⅔ tbsp White rice
⅔ tbsp Spearmint
¹⁄₁₆ cup Breadcrumbs- 🥄³⁄₁₆ tsp Salt
¹⁄₁₆ tsp, ground Cumin seed
¹⁄₁₆ tsp Black pepper
³⁄₁₆ tbsp Olive oil
½ stalks, large (11 inches long) Celery
½ large Carrots
³⁄₁₆ medium Onion
½ tbsp Tomato paste
³⁄₁₆ tsp, ground Oregano- ³⁄₁₆ tsp, ground Cumin seed
1 ⅓ cup Beef broth
1 ⅓ oz Green beans
³⁄₁₆ potato, large Potato
³⁄₁₆ medium Zucchini
1 ⅓ tbsp Cilantro
Directions
- 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, chorizo, egg, minced garlic, uncooked rice, chopped mint leaves, breadcrumbs, salt, pepper, and half of the cumin. Mix gently with your hands until just combined, avoiding overworking the meat.
- 2
Shape the mixture into small meatballs (about 24 for the original 6-serving recipe), and set aside.
- 3
Heat a large Dutch oven or pot over medium-high heat. Add olive oil, celery, carrots, onions, and a pinch of salt. Sauté for about 8 minutes until the onions are softened.
- 4
Add beef broth, cilantro, tomato paste, oregano, and remaining cumin. Stir until the tomato paste is fully dissolved. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 5
Bring the broth to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 10 minutes.
- 6
While the broth is simmering, gently drop the meatballs into the pot. Return the soup to a simmer, cover, and cook for 10 more minutes.
- 7
Uncover, taste the broth, and adjust seasoning with more salt if needed.
- 8
Serve hot in bowls and enjoy!
Vitamins & minerals
Amounts for 1 serving (655 g). Bars show % of the daily value.
Vitamins
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 358 μg | 40% |
| Vitamin C | 30 mg | 33% |
| Vitamin D | 1 μg | 6% |
| Vitamin E | 2 mg | 10% |
| Vitamin K | 32 μg | 27% |
| Thiamine | 0.5 mg | 38% |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.4 mg | 30% |
| Niacin | 9 mg | 54% |
| Vitamin B6 | 1 mg | 55% |
| Folate (B9) | 97 μg | 24% |
| Vitamin B12 | 2 μg | 76% |
| Pantothenic acid | 1 mg | 29% |
| Choline | 119 mg | 22% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 128 mg | 13% |
| Iron | 5 mg | 65% |
| Potassium | 1,234 mg | 26% |
| Magnesium | 74 mg | 18% |
| Phosphorus | 296 mg | 42% |
| Zinc | 4 mg | 35% |
| Copper | 0.1 mg | 7% |
| Manganese | 1 mg | 23% |
| Selenium | 22 μg | 41% |
Full breakdown · 43 more nutrients
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Alanine | 1 g | — |
| Alpha Linolenic Acid (ALA) | 0 g | — |
| Alpha carotene | 1,281 μg | — |
| Arginine | 1 g | — |
| Aspartic acid | 2 g | — |
| Beta carotene | 3,386 μg | — |
| Caffeine | 0 mg | — |
| Cystine | 0.2 g | — |
| Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) | 0 g | — |
| Docosapentaenoic Acid (DPA) | 0 g | — |
| Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) | 0 g | — |
| Fluoride | 111 μg | — |
| Fructose | 2 g | — |
| Galactose | 0.1 g | — |
| Glucose | 2 g | — |
| Glutamic acid | 4 g | — |
| Glycine | 1 g | — |
| Histidine | 0.5 g | — |
| Hydroxyproline | 0.1 g | — |
| Isoleucine | 1 g | — |
| Lactose | 0 g | — |
| Leucine | 2 g | — |
| Lycopene | 2,302 μg | — |
| Lysine | 2 g | — |
| Maltose | 0.1 g | — |
| Methionine | 0.4 g | — |
| Monounsaturated fats | 13 g | — |
| Phenylalanine | 1 g | — |
| Polyunsaturated fats | 2 g | — |
| Proline | 1 g | — |
| Retinol | 15 μg | — |
| Serine | 1 g | — |
| Starch | 14 g | — |
| Sucrose | 2 g | — |
| Theobromine | 0 mg | — |
| Threonine | 1 g | — |
| Total omega 3 | 0 g | — |
| Total omega 6 | 0.1 g | — |
| Tryptophan | 0.2 g | — |
| Tyrosine | 1 g | — |
| Valine | 1 g | — |
| Vitamin D2 | 0 μg | — |
| Vitamin D3 | 0.3 μg | — |
Burning 480 calories
Estimated for a 70 kg (154 lb) adult using MET values from the Compendium of Physical Activities.
- 91minWalking (3.5 mph)
- 58minCycling (moderate)
- 40minRunning (6 mph)
- 68minSwimming laps
Common questions
How many calories are in Albondigas (Mexican Meatball) Soup?
One serving of Albondigas (Mexican Meatball) Soup (1 serving) has 480 calories, which works out to 73 calories per 100 g. That is about 24% of a 2,000-calorie day.
Is Albondigas (Mexican Meatball) Soup high in protein?
It provides a solid 25 g of protein per serving (51% of the 50 g daily value), but protein supplies only 21% of its calories, so it is not a protein-dense food. Foods where protein provides 30% or more of calories are generally considered protein-dense.
Is Albondigas (Mexican Meatball) Soup keto-friendly?
It is hard to fit into a strict keto diet. One serving has 29 g of net carbs and 29% of its calories come from carbohydrates, while most keto plans cap net carbs at 20–50 g per day.
How much sodium is in Albondigas (Mexican Meatball) Soup?
2194 mg per serving, which is high (20% or more of the 2,300 mg daily value).
How much sugar is in Albondigas (Mexican Meatball) Soup?
6.8 g of total sugars per serving. Labels list total sugars, which include natural sugars from fruit and milk as well as any added sugars.
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