Low Carb Hearty Vegetable and Meat Soup

Warm up with a bowl of comforting and nutritious Low Carb Hearty Vegetable and Meat Soup, a one-pot wonder loaded with vibrant, low-carb veggies and your choice of ground beef or turkey. Packed with the robust flavors of garlic, thyme, and a touch of parsley, this wholesome soup is simmered to perfection in a savory broth with hints of tomatoes. Perfect for meal prep, it's a high-protein, low-carb recipe that's easy to customize and ideal for busy weeknights. Ready in just an hour, this guilt-free dish serves eight and is a satisfying way to stay on track with your health goals without sacrificing flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 3 pieces garlic cloves, minced
• 2 stalks celery stalks, diced
• 2 medium carrots, diced
• 1 large zucchini, diced
• 1 medium green bell pepper, chopped
• 2 cups broccoli florets
• 1 pound ground beef or turkey
• 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 8 cups beef or chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped
• 1 piece bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, stirring until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the diced celery, carrots, zucchini, bell pepper, and broccoli. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables start to soften.

Step 4

Add the ground beef or turkey, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Cook until the meat is browned and cooked through, approximately 6-8 minutes.

Step 5

Pour in the canned diced tomatoes and beef or chicken broth. Stir to combine.

Step 6

Add the fresh thyme, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper. Bring the soup to a boil.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let the soup simmer for about 25 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 8

Remove the bay leaf before serving.

Step 9

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and adjust seasoning, if necessary.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3689.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1917.9

Total Fat 136.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 45.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.2g
Cholesterol 371.1mg	0%
Sodium 10349.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 72.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.8g	0%
Total Sugars 33.5g
Protein 106.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 555.5mg	0%
Iron 19.6mg	0%
Potassium 4393.2mg	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: 63.2%

Protein: 21.9%

Carbs: 14.9%