Hearty Vegetable Beef Soup

Introduction

A steaming bowl of Hearty Vegetable Beef Soup is the ultimate answer to brisk days, busy weeks, and family dinner tables. It’s a robust, flavor-packed one-pot meal that satisfies both meat-lovers and veggie enthusiasts. Loaded with fresh vegetables, tender beef, and aromatic herbs, every spoonful delivers savory depth and nourishing comfort.

This recipe is perfect when you want to stretch a small amount of beef into a meal for a crowd, utilize garden or market-fresh produce, or batch-cook for easy lunches. The simple prep and one-pot method make it a go-to for anyone seeking a wholesome dish without fuss.

What Makes This Vegetable Beef Soup Stand Out?

What sets this soup apart is its perfect balance: melt-in-your-mouth chunks of beef stewed in a deeply flavored broth alongside a medley of colorful, nutritious vegetables. A hint of tomato and fresh herbs brightens every bite, while the slow simmer builds complexity. Versatile, customizable, and wallet-friendly, this is a true family favorite that only gets better as it sits—ideal for make-ahead meals.

Prepping Your Ingredients for Maximum Flavor

Prepping the vegetables is a breeze and crucial for a well-textured soup. Precise, uniform cuts ensure even cooking, so consider reaching for the Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper to save time and achieve perfect dicing on carrots, celery, onion, and potatoes. For the beef, choose well-marbled stew meat and cut it into bite-sized pieces; this guarantees tender morsels after simmering.

Simmering for Tender Beef and Deep Flavor

Begin by searing the beef in a heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven—a task made easy with a reliable skillet like the SENSARTE Nonstick Frying Pan Skillet. Browning the meat caramelizes the surface, infusing the soup with rich, savory notes. Once the beef is seared, add your aromatics and vegetables, followed by broth and tomatoes, then let everything simmer gently. This low and slow cook allows flavors to meld and the beef to become fork-tender.

Serving and Storing Hearty Vegetable Beef Soup

Ladle your soup into deep bowls and garnish with a sprinkle of fresh herbs. Store leftovers in airtight containers like the Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers for easy grab-and-go lunches or a ready-made dinner later in the week. If you’re taking lunch to work or school, the durable and spacious Bentgo Salad Container is perfect for transporting hearty soup and all your favorite toppings.

Soup also freezes beautifully: just allow to cool, portion, and stash away for cold nights when you crave a homemade meal in minutes.

Nutritional Information and Serving Size

This recipe yields about 6 generous servings. Each bowl is packed with protein, fiber, vitamins, and minerals, making it a nutritious main course. Depending on ingredient choices, a serving will generally range from 250-400 calories, with plenty of room to adjust for dietary preferences.

Hearty Vegetable Beef Soup (Recap)

In this soup, every spoon is a warming, nutritious embrace—thanks to tender beef, vivid veggies, and an aromatic broth. It makes a generous meal for family and friends, is simple to prep, and stores beautifully. It’s a classic you’ll return to again and again.

Instructions

1. Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy soup pot over medium-high heat. Working in batches, sear the beef cubes until browned on all sides. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.
2. Add diced onion, carrot, and celery to the pot. Sauté until softened, about 5 minutes. A quality chopper like the Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper makes this step quick and consistent.
3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Return beef to the pot. Add potatoes, green beans, corn, diced tomatoes with juice, beef broth, Italian herbs, and bay leaf. Season with salt and pepper.
5. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 1½ – 2 hours, stirring occasionally, until beef is tender and flavors have melded.
6. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Remove and discard the bay leaf before serving.
7. Ladle soup into bowls and top with fresh parsley. Store leftovers in Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers or take to go in a Bentgo Salad Container for easy portable lunches.

Cook and Prep Times

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours 5 minutes

Enjoy the heart-healthy, soul-warming comfort of this Hearty Vegetable Beef Soup whenever you crave classic, satisfying homemade goodness!