Low Fat Beef and Beetroot Soup
Warm up with a comforting bowl of Low Fat Beef and Beetroot Soup, a nutrient-packed, heart-healthy recipe that’s as flavorful as it is wholesome. This vibrant soup combines tender lean beef stew meat with earthy grated beetroot, sweet carrots, and creamy potatoes simmered in a rich, low-sodium beef broth. Enhanced with aromatic garlic, onions, and a hint of zesty lemon juice, each spoonful bursts with balanced flavor. Fresh dill added just before serving adds a touch of brightness, while the one-pot method makes this a simple, fuss-free meal perfect for any night of the week. Ready in just over an hour, it’s a deliciously low-fat, satisfying dish that’s perfect for anyone looking for a lighter yet hearty dinner option.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams lean beef stew meat
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large, chopped onion
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 3 medium, peeled and grated beetroot
- 2 medium, peeled and diced carrot
- 1 medium, peeled and diced potato
- 1 liter low-sodium beef broth
- 1 bay leaf
- 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh dill
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
Add the minced garlic and stir for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the lean beef stew meat and cook until browned on all sides, about 6-8 minutes.
Stir in the grated beetroot, diced carrot, and diced potato.
Pour in the low-sodium beef broth and add the bay leaf.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer, covered, for 1 hour.
After 1 hour, check the tenderness of the beef and vegetables. Continue cooking for an additional 15-30 minutes if necessary.
Once everything is tender, season the soup with salt, black pepper, and lemon juice.
Remove the bay leaf and discard.
Stir in the chopped fresh dill just before serving.
Ladle the soup into bowls and enjoy this hearty low-fat meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1433 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 48.9 g | 63% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.1 g | 70% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 354 mg | 118% | |
| Sodium | 2678 mg | 116% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 105.6 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.4 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 41.3 g | ||
| Protein | 151.5 g | 303% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 266 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 18.3 mg | 102% | |
| Potassium | 4491 mg | 96% | |
*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.
