Mexican Meatball Soup (Albondigas Soup)

Ingredients:
For the Meatballs:

1 pound ground beef or ground pork (or a combination)
1/2 cup uncooked white rice
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 large egg
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 cloves garlic, minced
For the Soup:

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 large carrot, sliced
2 celery stalks, sliced
2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
1 zucchini, diced
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
4 cups beef or chicken broth
2 cups water
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh cilantro for garnish
Lime wedges for serving

Instructions:

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