Whole30 Hearty Beef Rib Soup

Savor the comforting flavors of this Whole30 Hearty Beef Rib Soup, a soul-warming dish that's as nourishing as it is delicious. Packed with tender, fall-off-the-bone beef short ribs, vibrant vegetables like sweet potatoes, kale, and carrots, and an aromatic blend of garlic, bay leaves, and thyme, this satisfying soup is perfect for cozy evenings. Slow-simmered for hours to develop deep, rich flavors, this recipe is Whole30-compliant, gluten-free, and packed with nutrients. A splash of apple cider vinegar adds a tangy brightness to balance the hearty broth, making every spoonful irresistible. Perfect for meal prep or family dinners, this soup delivers a wholesome comfort food experience that aligns with your health goals.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:180 mins

Total Time:200 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds beef short ribs
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion
• 3 large carrots
• 3 large celery stalks
• 4 large garlic cloves
• 8 cups beef broth
• 2 pieces bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
• 2 large sweet potatoes
• 3 cups kale
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

Directions

Step 1

Preheat a large Dutch oven or heavy pot over medium-high heat. Add olive oil.

Step 2

Season the beef short ribs with sea salt and black pepper. Brown the ribs in the pot, turning occasionally, for about 8-10 minutes. Remove the ribs and set aside.

Step 3

Dice the yellow onion, slice the carrots, and celery. Mince the garlic cloves.

Step 4

In the same pot, add onions and cook until they become translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 5

Add the carrots, celery, and garlic to the pot, cooking for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 6

Pour in the beef broth and return the short ribs to the pot. Add bay leaves and thyme.

Step 7

Bring the pot to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 2.5 hours, covered.

Step 8

Peel and dice the sweet potatoes. After the initial simmering time, add them to the pot and cook for another 20 minutes.

Step 9

Strip the kale leaves from their central ribs and chop them roughly. Add kale to the pot, cooking for an additional 15 minutes.

Step 10

Remove the beef ribs, shred the meat off the bones using a fork, and return the meat to the soup.

Step 11

Stir in the apple cider vinegar, taste, and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.

Step 12

Serve hot and enjoy your nourishing Whole30 Hearty Beef Rib Soup!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3852.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3241.6

Total Fat 162.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 56.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.6g
Cholesterol 607.8mg	0%
Sodium 15882.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 236.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 29.0g	0%
Total Sugars 126.0g
Protein 201.1g	0%

Vitamin D 72.6IU	0%
Calcium 841.4mg	0%
Iron 21.4mg	0%
Potassium 5392.0mg	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: 45.5%

Protein: 25.1%

Carbs: 29.4%