Description
Warm up with this hearty Ground Beef Vegetable Soup, where savory ground beef mingles with colorful vegetables for a nourishing meal that delights the senses. The rich aroma and vibrant flavors create a comforting experience, making it perfect for chilly nights or family gatherings. Easy to prepare and endlessly adaptable, this soup is sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 1 yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup assorted seasonal vegetables (zucchini, green beans, etc.)
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, sauté diced onions and minced garlic until translucent.
- Add ground beef; cook until browned while breaking it apart with a wooden spoon.
- Incorporate chopped carrots and celery; sauté for about 5 minutes until slightly softened.
- Pour in crushed tomatoes and vegetable broth; stir to combine.
- Sprinkle Italian seasoning over the mixture; gently stir and let simmer on low heat for 30 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Feel free to swap in frozen vegetables for convenience. Add fresh herbs like thyme or basil to enhance flavor. For extra protein, consider adding beans or lentils.