Low Sodium Hearty Beef and Vegetable Soup

Warm, comforting, and packed with wholesome goodness, this Low Sodium Hearty Beef and Vegetable Soup is a perfect cold-weather meal that doesn’t compromise on flavor. Tender chunks of beef, a medley of vibrant vegetables, and aromatic herbs simmer together in a flavorful low sodium broth, creating a nourishing dish that’s both satisfying and heart-healthy. With ingredients like potatoes, carrots, and green beans, this one-pot wonder is as hearty as it is wholesome. Ready in just over two hours, it’s an excellent make-ahead meal to enjoy throughout the week. Whether you’re managing your sodium intake or simply looking for a nutritious dinner idea, this easy-to-make soup is comforting, filling, and made to please the entire family.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:120 mins

Total Time:140 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 pound Beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 medium Onion, chopped
• 3 Garlic cloves, minced
• 3 medium Carrots, diced
• 2 Celery stalks, diced
• 2 medium Potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1 cup Frozen green beans
• 6 cups Low sodium beef broth
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 1 Bay leaf
• 0.5 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Add the beef cubes in batches to avoid overcrowding. Brown the beef on all sides, then remove and set aside.

Step 3

Lower the heat to medium and add the chopped onion to the pot. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 5

Return the beef to the pot and add the carrots, celery, potatoes, and frozen green beans.

Step 6

Pour in the low sodium beef broth and stir in the tomato paste until well combined.

Step 7

Add the bay leaf, dried thyme, and ground black pepper to the pot.

Step 8

Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer.

Step 9

Cover the pot and let it simmer for approximately 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the beef is tender and the vegetables are cooked through.

Step 10

Discard the bay leaf.

Step 11

Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning if necessary, keeping in mind to keep it low sodium.

Step 12

Garnish the soup with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Step 13

Serve hot and enjoy your hearty, low sodium beef and vegetable soup.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2967.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2000.9

Total Fat 123.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 41.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 317.5mg	0%
Sodium 1569.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 127.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.0g	0%
Total Sugars 23.2g
Protein 112.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 421.8mg	0%
Iron 18.5mg	0%
Potassium 5949.6mg	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: 53.7%

Protein: 21.7%

Carbs: 24.7%