Whole30 Hearty Vegetable and Meat Soup

Warm up with a bowl of Whole30 Hearty Vegetable and Meat Soup—a nourishing, flavor-packed dish that's perfect for wholesome eating. Brimming with a vibrant medley of vegetables like zucchini, red bell peppers, carrots, and mushrooms, this soup is made hearty with tender ground beef and simmered to perfection in a rich, savory bone broth. Seasoned with aromatic herbs like thyme and oregano, it delivers comforting, down-to-earth flavors that make it an ideal one-pot meal for busy weeknights. With just 20 minutes of prep and 50 minutes of cooking time, this nutrient-dense soup is Whole30-compliant, gluten-free, and brimming with natural goodness, making it a satisfying option for cozy dinners or meal prep. Finish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a burst of color and flavor before diving into this comforting classic! Keywords: Whole30 soup, hearty vegetable soup, ground beef soup, healthy one-pot meal, gluten-free dinner.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large, diced onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 3 medium, sliced carrots
• 3 sliced celery stalks
• 1 large, diced red bell pepper
• 1 large, diced zucchini
• 8 ounces, sliced mushrooms
• 1 pound ground beef
• 6 cups bone broth
• 1 15-ounce can diced tomatoes
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Add sliced carrots, celery, diced red bell pepper, zucchini, and mushrooms. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5-7 minutes until vegetables begin to soften.

Step 5

Push vegetables to the side of the pot and add the ground beef. Cook until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, about 5 minutes.

Step 6

Once the beef is browned, mix it with the vegetables and pour in the bone broth and diced tomatoes with their juices.

Step 7

Add the bay leaf, dried thyme, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Cover the pot and let it cook for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender and flavors meld.

Step 10

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 11

Remove the bay leaf and discard.

Step 12

Garnish the soup with fresh chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(4107.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2155.0

Total Fat 125.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 40.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.8g
Cholesterol 321.1mg	0%
Sodium 7147.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 119.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 37.3g	0%
Total Sugars 70.7g
Protein 152.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 744.5mg	0%
Iron 17.2mg	0%
Potassium 8374.4mg	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: 50.9%

Protein: 27.5%

Carbs: 21.6%