Heart-Healthy Hearty Lamb Soup

Savor the comforting warmth of our Heart-Healthy Hearty Lamb Soup, a nourishing meal that's as flavorful as it is wholesome. Crafted with lean lamb shoulder, vibrant vegetables like kale, carrots, and celery, and enhanced with aromatic thyme and rosemary, this soup is a perfect balance of hearty and heart-conscious. Low-sodium chicken broth and fiber-rich barley make it a nutritious choice, while a splash of olive oil keeps it light and health-friendly. Slow-simmered to tender perfection, the lamb melds beautifully with the earthy diced tomatoes and fresh parsley garnish. Ideal for cozy evenings, this recipe is a satisfying way to enjoy a protein-packed, vegetable-forward meal that supports your health. Perfect for meal prep, make-ahead dinners, or serving a crowd with minimal effort!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:120 mins

Total Time:140 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 500 grams lean lamb shoulder
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 large onion
• 2 medium carrots
• 2 medium celery stalks
• 3 garlic cloves
• 1000 milliliters low-sodium chicken broth
• 400 grams diced tomatoes
• 100 grams kale
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 100 grams barley
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Trim any visible fat from the lamb shoulder and cut it into 2 cm cubes.

Step 2

In a large soup pot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the lamb and brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 3

Remove the lamb from the pot and set aside. In the same pot, add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté until the onions are translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and sauté for another minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Return the lamb to the pot. Add the low-sodium chicken broth, diced tomatoes, chopped kale, bay leaves, thyme, rosemary, black pepper, and salt.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover. Let it simmer gently for 1 hour.

Step 7

Add the barley, stir well, and continue to simmer for another 45 minutes, or until the lamb and barley are both tender.

Step 8

Remove the bay leaves before serving. Adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.

Step 9

Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2563.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1868.0

Total Fat 122.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 43.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 379mg	0%
Sodium 2706.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 91.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.8g	0%
Total Sugars 32.8g
Protein 112.4g	0%

Vitamin D 4IU	0%
Calcium 615.4mg	0%
Iron 15.3mg	0%
Potassium 3552.3mg	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: 57.5%

Protein: 23.4%

Carbs: 19.0%