Heart-Healthy Hearty Beef and Vegetable Soup

Warm up with a bowl of Heart-Healthy Hearty Beef and Vegetable Soup, a nourishing and flavorful dish that's perfect for cozy nights. Packed with tender lean beef, nutrient-rich vegetables like carrots, celery, and green beans, and seasoned with aromatic herbs, this low-sodium soup delivers comfort without compromising on health. Simmered to perfection in a rich, tomato-based broth, it’s a satisfying option for anyone looking to enjoy a hearty yet heart-friendly meal. Ready in just over two hours, this fiber- and protein-rich soup is a wholesome choice for family dinners or meal prep. Garnish with fresh parsley for a burst of color and brightness, and serve it alongside crusty whole-grain bread for the ultimate comfort food experience.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:120 mins

Total Time:135 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound lean beef stew meat
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 medium carrots, sliced
• 3 celery stalks, sliced
• 2 large russet potatoes, diced
• 6 cups low-sodium beef broth
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, no-salt-added
• 2 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 cup frozen green beans
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the lean beef stew meat and cook until browned on all sides. Remove the beef from the pot and set aside.

Step 2

In the same pot, add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté for 5 minutes, until the onion is translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the sliced carrots, celery, and diced potatoes. Cook for another 5 minutes.

Step 4

Add the browned beef back to the pot along with the low-sodium beef broth, tomato paste, diced tomatoes, bay leaves, and dried thyme. Stir to combine.

Step 5

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let the soup simmer for 1.5 hours, or until the beef is tender.

Step 6

Stir in the frozen green beans and peas. Simmer for an additional 15 minutes.

Step 7

Season the soup with freshly ground black pepper to taste.

Step 8

Remove the bay leaves before serving.

Step 9

Garnish each bowl with chopped fresh parsley, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3905.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1828.9

Total Fat 43.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g
Cholesterol 317.5mg	0%
Sodium 1735.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 212.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 41.2g	0%
Total Sugars 52.3g
Protein 164.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 635.9mg	0%
Iron 26.7mg	0%
Potassium 7941.6mg	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: 20.5%

Protein: 34.6%

Carbs: 44.9%