Hamburger and Carrot Soup

Cozy up with a hearty bowl of Hamburger and Carrot Soup, a comforting one-pot meal that's bursting with rich flavors and nourishing ingredients. This recipe combines the savory goodness of browned ground beef with vibrant carrots, tender potatoes, and celery, all simmered together in a flavorful beef broth infused with garlic, thyme, and paprika. A touch of crushed tomatoes adds depth, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley provides a refreshing finish. Ready in under an hour, this easy-to-make soup is perfect for busy weeknights or meal prepping, yielding six generous servings of hearty satisfaction. Whether you're seeking warmth on a chilly evening or a wholesome family dinner, this simple yet flavorful soup will hit the spot.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 4 medium carrots, sliced
• 2 medium potatoes, diced
• 2 celery stalks, sliced
• 4 cups beef broth
• 1 14-ounce can crushed tomatoes
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon as it cooks. This should take about 5-7 minutes.

Step 3

Once the beef is browned, remove it from the pot using a slotted spoon and set aside. Leave any residual fat in the pot.

Step 4

Add the diced onion to the pot and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 5

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 6

Add the sliced carrots, diced potatoes, and sliced celery. Stir well to coat the vegetables in the onion-garlic mixture.

Step 7

Pour in the beef broth and crushed tomatoes, then return the browned ground beef to the pot.

Step 8

Add the bay leaf, dried thyme, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine the ingredients evenly.

Step 9

Bring the soup to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer, uncovered, for 25-30 minutes until the vegetables are tender.

Step 10

Remove the bay leaf and taste the soup, adjusting seasoning as needed.

Step 11

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2815.5 grams (2815.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1791

Total Fat 98.90g	127%
Saturated Fat 35.60g	178%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.40g
Cholesterol 281mg	94%
Sodium 6631mg	288%
Total Carbohydrate 137.90g	50%
Dietary Fiber 24.30g	87%
Total Sugars 34.10g
Protein 94.30g	189%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 442mg	34%
Iron 18mg	98%
Potassium 5760mg	123%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 48.9%

Protein: 20.7%

Carbs: 30.3%