Description
Ground beef vegetable soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings. This hearty dish combines lean ground beef with vibrant vegetables in a rich broth, creating a warm and satisfying meal that brings family and friends together. Easy to prepare and adaptable to seasonal ingredients, it’s ideal for cozy nights or gatherings. A bowl of this soup promises warmth, flavor, and unforgettable moments around the dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 medium carrots, chopped
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes in juice
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: additional veggies (e.g., green beans, peas)
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, brown the ground beef for 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Add chopped onions, carrots, celery, and minced garlic to the pot. Sauté for about 4 minutes until onions are translucent.
- Stir in canned tomatoes with their juices and pour in the beef broth. Bring to a gentle boil.
- Season with thyme, bay leaves, salt, and pepper; simmer for 25-30 minutes to blend flavors.
- Adjust seasoning before serving; remove bay leaves.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 65mg