Heart-Healthy Hearty Pork and Vegetable Soup

Packed with lean protein, vibrant veggies, and bold Mediterranean-inspired seasonings, this Heart-Healthy Hearty Pork and Vegetable Soup is a nutritious and comforting one-pot meal perfect for any occasion. Tender cubes of lean pork loin are browned to perfection and simmered in a flavorful base of low-sodium chicken broth, no-salt-added diced tomatoes, and aromatic herbs like thyme and oregano. Bursting with the wholesome goodness of kale, carrots, zucchini, and bell peppers, this colorful soup is as visually appealing as it is satisfying. Perfect for meal prep or a cozy family dinner, this low-fat, high-fiber recipe is ready in just over an hour and serves six hearty portions. Serve it hot with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a healthy, flavorful dish that's as good for your heart as it is for your taste buds!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound lean pork loin, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 2 medium carrot, sliced
• 2 stalks celery stalks, sliced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
• 1 medium zucchini, diced
• 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, no salt added
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 leaf bay leaf
• 2 cups kale, chopped
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the pork cubes and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Remove the pork from the pot and set aside.

Step 4

In the same pot, add the onion and garlic, sautéing until the onion is translucent, about 3 minutes.

Step 5

Add the carrots, celery, red bell pepper, and zucchini, and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 6

Return the pork to the pot and pour in the low-sodium chicken broth and the can of diced tomatoes.

Step 7

Stir in the thyme, oregano, bay leaf, and ground black pepper.

Step 8

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer, covered, for 30 minutes.

Step 9

Add the chopped kale and continue to simmer for another 10 minutes until the kale is tender.

Step 10

Remove the bay leaf and stir in the fresh parsley.

Step 11

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 12

Serve hot and enjoy the flavors of a heart-healthy meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3153.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1240.4

Total Fat 37.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 331.1mg	0%
Sodium 992.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 82.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.9g	0%
Total Sugars 39.2g
Protein 149.7g	0%

Vitamin D 31.8IU	0%
Calcium 658.0mg	0%
Iron 14.8mg	0%
Potassium 5588.8mg	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: 26.7%

Protein: 47.3%

Carbs: 25.9%