Low Sodium Hearty Hamburger Soup

Satisfy your craving for comfort food with this Low Sodium Hearty Hamburger Soup, a wholesome spin on a classic favorite. Packed with lean ground beef, vibrant vegetables, and rich low-sodium beef broth, this soup delivers bold flavor without the extra salt. A medley of diced carrots, celery, red bell peppers, and potatoes make it wonderfully hearty, while hints of dried herbs like thyme, basil, and oregano elevate its aromatic appeal. The addition of green beans and sweet corn brings a delightful pop of texture and color. Ready in just about an hour, this one-pot meal is perfect for busy weeknights or make-ahead lunches. Serve it hot, garnished with fresh parsley, for a nourishing, low-sodium dish the entire family will love!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound lean ground beef
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 whole large onion, diced
• 3 units garlic cloves, minced
• 3 units carrots, diced
• 2 units celery stalks, diced
• 1 unit red bell pepper, diced
• 2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 4 cups low sodium beef broth
• 1 15-ounce can no salt added canned diced tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 unit bay leaf
• 1 cup green beans, trimmed and chopped
• 1 cup corn kernels, fresh or frozen
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat.

Step 2

Add diced onion and minced garlic, and sauté until the onion becomes translucent, about 4-5 minutes.

Step 3

Increase the heat to medium-high, add the lean ground beef, and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks. Once cooked, drain any excess fat.

Step 4

Stir in the carrots, celery, red bell pepper, and potatoes. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 5

Add the low sodium beef broth, canned diced tomatoes, tomato paste, dried thyme, basil, oregano, black pepper, and bay leaf. Stir well to combine.

Step 6

Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 20 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.

Step 7

Add the green beans and corn kernels. Continue to simmer for another 10 minutes until the green beans are tender yet crisp and the corn is cooked through.

Step 8

Remove the bay leaf and discard.

Step 9

Stir in the chopped fresh parsley, adjusting the seasoning with additional black pepper if necessary.

Step 10

Ladle the soup into bowls and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3210.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1727.4

Total Fat 53.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 17.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 281.1mg	0%
Sodium 1171.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 195.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 35.2g	0%
Total Sugars 56.3g
Protein 128.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 548.1mg	0%
Iron 25.3mg	0%
Potassium 6187.6mg	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: 27.2%

Protein: 28.9%

Carbs: 43.9%