Vegetable Beef Soup

This hearty Vegetable Beef Soup is a low-carb delight, packed with tender beef and a medley of fresh vegetables. Perfect for a cozy dinner, it’s both satisfying and nutritious.

Ingredients

• Beef chuck, cubed - 200 grams
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Onion, chopped - 1 medium
• Garlic, minced - 2 cloves
• Carrots, diced - 1 small
• Celery, diced - 1 stalk
• Zucchini, diced - 1 small
• Bell pepper, diced - 1 medium
• Diced tomatoes (canned) - 200 grams
• Beef broth - 500 milliliters
• Italian seasoning - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the beef chuck and brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot, and sauté for another 3-4 minutes until the onion is translucent.
3. Stir in the diced carrots, celery, zucchini, and bell pepper. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Add the diced tomatoes, beef broth, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil.
5. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 25-30 minutes, or until the beef is tender and the vegetables are cooked through.
6. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein, which helps in muscle repair and growth.
• Contains a variety of vegetables that provide essential vitamins and minerals.

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