Creole Flavored Beef Soup Low Salt

Warm up with a bowl of hearty and flavorful Creole Flavored Beef Soup, a low-salt rendition of a Southern classic that’s perfect for cozy family meals. This recipe combines tender chunks of lean beef stew meat with a medley of vibrant vegetables, including okra, bell peppers, and celery, all simmered in a rich, low-sodium beef broth. Infused with Creole staples like smoked paprika, thyme, and cayenne, this soup offers bold, smoky, and mildly spicy flavors without overreliance on salt. The addition of brown rice provides a wholesome, satisfying touch, making it a complete meal in one pot. Packed with nutrition, easy-to-follow preparation steps, and a slow simmer to bring out deep flavors, this soup is ideal for those seeking a delicious, heart-healthy dinner option. Garnish with fresh parsley for a burst of color and serve warm to enjoy a taste of Louisiana in every spoonful.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:105 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pound lean beef stew meat
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
• 2 stalks celery stalks, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 6 cups low-sodium beef broth
• 1 14.5-ounce can canned no-salt-added diced tomatoes
• 1 cup okra, sliced
• 1 cup cooked brown rice
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 leaf bay leaf
• 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped (optional garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large soup pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Add the beef stew meat to the pot and sear on all sides until browned, about 4-5 minutes. Remove the meat and set it aside.

Step 3

In the same pot, add the diced onion, bell pepper, and celery. Sauté for 5 minutes, or until softened.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently to avoid burning.

Step 5

Return the beef to the pot and pour in the low-sodium beef broth.

Step 6

Add the canned diced tomatoes (with their juices), sliced okra, smoked paprika, dried thyme, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and bay leaf. Stir everything to combine.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Simmer the soup for 70-75 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beef is tender and flavors are well-developed.

Step 8

In the last 10 minutes, stir in the cooked brown rice and let it warm through.

Step 9

Taste the soup and adjust seasoning if needed, keeping in mind the low-salt intention.

Step 10

Remove the bay leaf before serving. Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with chopped parsley if desired, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3053.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1521.0

Total Fat 58.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g
Cholesterol 317.5mg	0%
Sodium 1665.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 112.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.6g	0%
Total Sugars 24.6g
Protein 146.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 449.9mg	0%
Iron 19.0mg	0%
Potassium 4254.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.5%

Protein: 37.7%

Carbs: 28.8%