Matzo ball soup with dumplings

Matzo ball soup with dumplings recipe videos

Matzo ball soup with dumplings is a comforting, brothy dish featuring fluffy matzo balls (made from ground matzo, eggs, and fat) and often additional doughy dumplings, all simmered in a savory chicken broth. It typically includes aromatic vegetables like carrots, celery, and onions, and is a staple of Ashkenazi Jewish cuisine, especially during Passover.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is moderate in carbohydrates from the matzo and dumplings, with a good amount of protein from the eggs and chicken broth, and some fat from the cooking oil or schmaltz. A typical serving provides key nutrients like iron, B vitamins, and sodium, with a calorie range of approximately 250-400 per bowl depending on portion size and recipe.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	120 kcal
Protein	8 g
Carbs	12 g
Fat	4 g
Fiber	1 g
Sugar	1 g
Sodium	850 mg
Potassium	350 mg
Sodium	850 mg
Iron	1.5 mg
Calcium	30 mg
Vitamin A	1500 IU
Vitamin C	5 mg
Thiamin (B1)	0.1 mg
Niacin (B3)	2 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, matzo ball soup is a symbol of Jewish heritage and holiday traditions, with matzo balls themselves representing a creative way to use unleavened bread during Passover. Nutritionally, the broth can be hydrating and soothing, while the matzo balls offer a light, airy texture that contrasts with denser dumplings, making the dish both comforting and texturally interesting.