Hearty Ground Beef Vegetable Soup, Ready in 45 Minutes
A hearty, comforting soup made with seasoned ground beef, tender vegetables, and a rich tomato broth — simple, filling, and family-friendly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef
1 medium onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 carrots, sliced
2 celery stalks, diced
3 potatoes, diced
1 cup green beans (fresh or frozen)
1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
6 cups beef broth
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
1 cup corn (optional)
Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
1. Brown the ground beef in a large soup pot, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain excess fat if needed.
2. Add the onion and garlic; sauté until softened and fragrant.
3. Stir in carrots, celery, potatoes, and green beans.
4. Add diced tomatoes, beef broth, basil, oregano, and paprika.
5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 25–30 minutes, or until vegetables are tender.
6. Stir in corn if using, and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
7. Serve warm garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
Use lean ground beef to reduce grease.
Swap vegetables based on what you have—cabbage, peas, or zucchini all work well.
This soup freezes beautifully for future meals.
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