1-Step 1: Prepare the Ingredients Gather and prep all your items first. Chop the veggies, mix the meatball ingredients, and have everything handy. This makes the process smooth and keeps things organized.

2-Step 2: Make the Meatballs In a bowl, combine 1 pound lean ground beef, 1/2 cup cooked rice, 1 teaspoon minced garlic, 1 egg, 1/4 cup chopped cilantro, 1 teaspoon cumin, 3/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Shape into small balls and set aside.

3-Step 3: Cook the Base Heat 2 teaspoons olive oil in a pot, then add 1/2 cup diced onion and 3 sliced carrots. Cook for a few minutes until soft, then stir in 1 teaspoon garlic briefly.

4-Step 4: Add Broth and Veggies Stir in 1 1/2 cups cubed potatoes, 6 cups beef broth, the can of diced tomatoes, 8-ounce can of tomato sauce, 1/2 teaspoon cumin, and 1/2 teaspoon oregano. Let it simmer for 10 minutes.

5-Step 5: Cook the Meatballs Add the meatballs to the pot and cook for another 10 minutes. Then, toss in the sliced zucchini and simmer 5 more minutes until everything is tender.

6-Step 6: Finish and Serve Season with salt and pepper, and garnish with chopped cilantro. For a twist, try linking to our Red Velvet Cake Recipe for a sweet dessert after this savory meal. This whole process takes about 50 minutes total.