Description
This hearty Hamburger Soup combines lean ground beef with fresh vegetables and savory seasonings to create a comforting, flavorful meal. Perfect for a cozy dinner, this easy-to-make soup simmers to tender perfection and delivers a well-balanced blend of protein, fiber, and vegetables in every bowl.
Ingredients
Meat and Oil
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound lean ground beef
Vegetables
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 carrots, sliced into ⅛-inch thick rounds
- ½ pound Yukon gold potatoes (about 2 medium), chopped into ½-inch pieces
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chopped green beans (1-inch pieces, fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup frozen or canned corn
Seasonings and Broth
- 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- ½ teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 ½ teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 4 cups low sodium beef broth
- 14.5 ounce can fire roasted diced tomatoes
Instructions
- Heat vegetables: Heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sliced carrots, cooking for 3 to 4 minutes while stirring occasionally until they begin to soften.
- Brown beef: Add the lean ground beef to the pot along with salt and black pepper. Cook while crumbling the meat with a spoon until browned evenly. Drain excess grease if necessary, especially if beef is less than 90% lean.
- Add aromatics and spices: Stir in minced garlic, chopped Yukon gold potatoes, tomato paste, Italian seasoning, and paprika. Continue cooking and stirring frequently for 2 to 3 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Add broth and vegetables: Pour in beef broth along with the can of fire roasted diced tomatoes, green beans, and corn. Stir to combine all ingredients.
- Simmer soup: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to maintain a gentle simmer. Cover the pot and let simmer for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes and carrots are tender.
- Serve: Once vegetables are fully cooked and flavors melded, serve the soup hot and enjoy a comforting meal.
Notes
- Use lean ground beef (90% or higher) to reduce grease content and create a healthier soup.
- Fire roasted diced tomatoes add a smoky depth of flavor; regular diced tomatoes can be substituted if needed.
- Fresh or frozen green beans can be used interchangeably based on availability.
- For a thicker soup, mash some of the potatoes during the simmering process.
- Adjust salt and pepper according to taste preferences.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
