Here’s a complete guide to Vegetable Beef Soup, including nutrition, macros, and a classic recipe outline.
Vegetable Beef Soup – Overview 🥕🥩
Vegetable beef soup is a hearty, comforting, and protein-rich soup featuring:
- Beef chunks (stew meat or chuck)
- Mixed vegetables: carrots, celery, tomatoes, green beans, corn, etc.
- Broth-based: beef or low-sodium vegetable broth
- Herbs and seasonings for flavor
It’s filling, nutritious, and perfect for meal prep or a light dinner.
Estimated Nutrition
Per serving (~1.5 cups / 350 g)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 250–300 kcal |
| Protein | 22–25 g |
| Carbohydrates | 20–25 g |
| └ Fiber | 4–5 g |
| └ Sugars | 5 g |
| Fat | 10–12 g |
| └ Saturated Fat | 3–4 g |
| Sodium | 500–700 mg (varies with broth) |
Macro Breakdown (approx.):
- Protein: 35%
- Carbs: 25–30%
- Fat: 35–40%
Using lean beef and low-sodium broth keeps it lower in fat and sodium.
Ingredients (Serves 4–6)
- 1 lb lean beef stew meat, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 4 cups beef or vegetable broth (low-sodium recommended)
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 cup green beans, chopped
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1–2 tbsp olive oil for browning
Instructions
- Brown the beef:
- Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
- Add beef, season lightly with salt and pepper, and brown on all sides.
- Sauté vegetables:
- Add onion, carrots, celery, and garlic to pot. Sauté 3–4 minutes until fragrant.
- Add liquids & seasoning:
- Pour in broth, diced tomatoes, thyme, and parsley. Stir.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer 45–60 minutes until beef is tender.
- Add remaining vegetables:
- Stir in green beans and corn. Simmer another 10–15 minutes until vegetables are cooked.
- Adjust seasoning: Taste and add salt & pepper as needed. Serve hot.
Tips & Variations
- 🥦 Extra veggies: Add zucchini, spinach, or bell peppers for more fiber
- 🥩 Lean protein: Use extra-lean beef or cubed chicken breast
- ⚖️ Lower-sodium: Use low-sodium broth and canned tomatoes, rinse canned vegetables if needed
- 🍲 Thicker soup: Add ½ cup barley or diced potatoes for heartier texture
If you want, I can:
- 🧮 Calculate exact macros for your specific batch
- 🍴 Suggest a high-protein, lower-fat version
- 💡 Give side ideas for a full balanced meal
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