Vegetable Beef Soup Recipe

Vegetable Beef Soup is the perfect cozy soup and such a good way to use up all those veggies stocked in the fridge!

It’s perfectly hearty and filling thanks to the tender chunks of protein-rich beef and abundance of nutritious vegetables. Plus it’s a versatile recipe so feel free to replace veggies with others you may have on hand.

After simmering for an hour on the stove top this soup has such a delicious rich flavor and the beef is so deliciously tender. This is a perfect comforting fall and winter soup but when you’ve got lots of vegetables to use up in the summer this is the recipe to make!

Vegetable Beef Soup

Soup isn’t just for the chilly days. This soup is the perfect way to use up all those summer veggies and those tender chunks of beef add such a delicious flavor. A hearty soup that’s sure to satisfy, and you’ll love the left overs!

Prep: 20min

Total: 90min

Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Facts: calories 344 kcal, Carbohydrate 30 g, Protein 24 g, Fat 11 g, Saturated Fat 3 g, Cholesterol 66 mg, Sodium 581 mg, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 6 g, servingSize 1 serving

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 lbs beef stew meat*
• 2 1/2 Tbsp olive oil, (divided)
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 1 3/4 cups chopped yellow onion ((1 large))
• 1 1/4 cups peeled and chopped carrots ((3 medium))
• 1 cup chopped celery ((3 medium))
• 1 1/2 Tbsp minced garlic ((4 cloves))
• 8 cups low-sodium beef broth or chicken broth
• 2 (14 oz.) cans diced tomatoes
• 1 1/2 tsp dried basil**
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1/2 tsp dried thyme
• 1 lb red or yellow potatoes, (chopped into 3/4-inch cubes)
• 1 1/2 cups (5 oz.) chopped green beans ((trim ends first))
• 1 1/2 cups frozen corn***
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 1/3 cup chopped fresh parsley

Instruction:

1. Heat 1 Tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
2. Dab beef dry with paper towels, season with salt and pepper then add half of the beef to pot and brown about 4 minutes, turning halfway through.
3. Transfer to a plate add another 1/2 Tbsp oil to pot and repeat process with remaining half of beef.
4. Add another 1 Tbsp oil to now empty pot then add onions, carrots, and celery then saute 3 minutes, add garlic saute 1 minute longer.
5. Pour in broth, tomatoes, browned beef, basil, oregano, thyme and season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to low, cover and simmer, stirring once or twice throughout, for 30 minutes.
6. Add potatoes then continue to simmer, covered, 20 minutes (you can also add green beans with potatoes if you like them very soft).
7. Stir in green beans and simmer 15 minutes longer, or until all of the veggies and beef are tender.
8. Pour in corn and peas and simmer until heated through, about 5 minutes. Stir in parsley and serve warm.
9. Recipe source: Cooking Classy

Vegetable Beef Soup

Loaded with fresh veggies and tender beef, this hearty Vegetable Beef Soup is the perfect comfort food!

Prep: 15min

Total: 95min

Yield: 8

Serving Size: 2 cups

Nutrition Facts: servingSize 2 cups, calories 229 kcal, Carbohydrate 11 g, Protein 21 g, Fat 12 g, Saturated Fat 5 g, Cholesterol 59 mg, Sodium 636 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 5 g

Ingredients:

• 1 ½ pounds beef chuck roast (trimmed and cubed into ½” pieces)
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion (chopped)
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 6 cups beef broth
• 15 ounces canned tomatoes (with juices)
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 2 cups potatoes (cubed ½”)
• 3 carrots (sliced ½”)
• 1 rib celery (sliced ½”)
• 1 cup green beans (cut into 1″ pieces)
• ½ cup frozen corn (thawed or canned )

Instruction:

1. Season beef with salt & pepper.
2. Heat olive oil over medium-high heat in a large pot and add beef in small batches cooking until browned, about 2 minutes per side.
3. Add cooked beef back to the pan, reduce heat to medium and add onion and garlic. Cook 2 minutes more.
4. Add broth, tomatoes with juices, and Italian seasoning, scraping up any brown bits from the bottom of the pan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer 45-65 minutes or until beef is fork-tender.
5. Add potatoes, carrots, and celery and simmer 15 minutes more. Add beans and corn, simmer 10 minutes more. (If you prefer softer beans, they can be added earlier).
6. Season with salt & pepper to taste and serve.

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FAQ

What gives vegetable soup that depth of flavor?

How do you make vegetable soup taste better?

1. Brown or Sear the Meat.
2. Roast the the Veggies.
3. Mix up the Texture.
4. Use Homemade Stock Whenever Possible.
5. Put Your Cheese Rinds to Work.
6. Perk up a Bland Soup With Simple Pantry Staples.
7. Add Fresh Herbs or Dairy When Serving.
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How do you add richness to vegetable soup?

Why does my vegetable beef soup taste bland?