Low Carb Hearty Pork and Vegetable Soup

Warm up with a bowl of Low Carb Hearty Pork and Vegetable Soup, the perfect comfort food for a health-conscious lifestyle. This one-pot wonder features tender, seasoned pork shoulder, simmered to perfection with a medley of garden-fresh veggies like zucchini, cabbage, and red bell pepper. Infused with aromatic herbs, rich tomato paste, and low-sodium chicken broth, every spoonful is bursting with savory flavor while keeping carbs in check. Perfect for meal prep or a cozy family dinner, this nutrient-packed soup is ready in just under two hours and serves up to six. Garnished with fresh parsley for a finishing touch, it’s a flavorful, satisfying way to stay warm and nourished without breaking your diet. Ideal for those seeking low-carb, wholesome recipes that deliver on taste!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:80 mins

Total Time:100 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Pork shoulder, boneless
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium Onion, diced
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 stalks Celery stalks, chopped
• 1 medium Carrot, diced
• 1 medium Zucchini, diced
• 1 medium Red bell pepper, diced
• 2 cups Cabbage, shredded
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 4 cups Chicken broth, low sodium
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 leaves Bay leaves

Directions

Step 1

Cut the pork shoulder into 1-inch cubes and season with salt and black pepper.

Step 2

In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the pork cubes and brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the pork from the pot and set aside.

Step 3

In the same pot, add diced onion, minced garlic, chopped celery, and diced carrot. Sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the diced zucchini, red bell pepper, and shredded cabbage. Cook for another 5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.

Step 5

Add the tomato paste and cook, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes to allow the tomato paste to caramelize slightly.

Step 6

Return the browned pork to the pot. Pour in the chicken broth and add dried thyme, dried oregano, bay leaves, and additional salt to taste.

Step 7

Bring the soup to a simmer over medium-high heat. Once simmering, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it cook gently for 45-50 minutes until the pork is tender.

Step 8

Remove the bay leaves. Taste the soup and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 9

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Step 10

Ladle the soup into bowls and serve hot. Enjoy your healthy and hearty low-carb soup!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2223.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1687.6

Total Fat 122.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 36.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 317.5mg	0%
Sodium 3394.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 56.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.2g	0%
Total Sugars 26.7g
Protein 96.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 356.3mg	0%
Iron 9.5mg	0%
Potassium 3488.9mg	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: 64.4%

Protein: 22.4%

Carbs: 13.2%