Low Fat Hearty Hamburger Soup
Packed with vibrant vegetables, lean ground beef, and a flavorful blend of herbs, this Low Fat Hearty Hamburger Soup is the ultimate comfort food that's also easy on the waistline. A healthy twist on a classic favorite, this soup features nutrient-rich ingredients like carrots, celery, and green beans simmered in a savory low-sodium beef broth with diced tomatoes and a hint of garlic. Ready in under an hour, it's perfect for busy weeknights or meal prepping, offering six generous servings of wholesome goodness. Whether you're craving a cozy, low-fat dinner or seeking a guilt-free option to satisfy hearty soup cravings, this recipe delivers big on flavor while keeping calories in check. Ideal for soup lovers looking for a nutritious take on traditional hamburger soup!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 medium, diced onion
- 1 medium, diced red bell pepper
- 2 large, sliced carrot
- 2 sliced celery stalks
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 6 cups low sodium beef broth
- 1 15-ounce can diced tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 1 cup, cut into 1-inch pieces green beans
- 1 whole bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
In a large pot, brown the lean ground beef over medium heat, breaking it apart with a spoon until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
Add the diced onion, red bell pepper, carrot, celery, and minced garlic to the pot. Sauté for about 5 to 7 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
Stir in the low sodium beef broth, diced tomatoes with their juice, and tomato paste, mixing well to combine.
Add in the frozen corn, green beans, bay leaf, dried thyme, dried oregano, black pepper, and salt. Stir everything together.
Bring the soup to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 25 to 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, removing the bay leaf before serving.
Serve hot and enjoy your low-fat, hearty hamburger soup. Perfect for a cozy, nourishing meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1299 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.1 g | 53% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.4 g | 77% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 281 mg | 94% | |
| Sodium | 4664 mg | 203% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 119.3 g | 43% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 35.2 g | 126% | |
| Total Sugars | 49.5 g | ||
| Protein | 125.1 g | 250% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 581 mg | 45% | |
| Iron | 20.7 mg | 115% | |
| Potassium | 5066 mg | 108% | |
*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.
