Description
This comforting Hearty Ground Beef Vegetable Soup combines tender beef, fresh vegetables, and rich broth for a warm, nourishing meal that delights every palate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 cups chopped carrots
- 2 cups diced Yukon Gold potatoes
- 1 cup chopped celery
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes with juice
- 4 cups beef broth (homemade or store-bought)
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (fresh or frozen)
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Brown the Meat: In a large pot over medium heat, brown the ground beef until no longer pink. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Sauté the Aromatics: Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot. Sauté for about three minutes until fragrant.
- Add Vegetables: Stir in the diced carrots, potatoes, and celery. Cook for five minutes to enhance their natural sweetness.
- Incorporate Tomatoes and Broth: Stir in the canned diced tomatoes along with their juice and four cups of beef broth. Bring to a gentle boil.
- Season It Up: Add Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to taste. Reduce heat and let simmer uncovered for at least thirty minutes.
- Add Mixed Veggies: During the last ten minutes of cooking, stir in your mixed vegetables to retain their color and crunch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Customize this soup by adding beans or swapping ground beef for turkey. Enhance flavor with additional herbs like rosemary or thyme. For thicker soup, add more veggies or reduce broth.