Hamburger Garden Soup

Warm, hearty, and brimming with wholesome flavors, Hamburger Garden Soup is the perfect one-pot meal to satisfy cravings for a comforting and nutritious dish. This vibrant recipe combines savory ground beef with a garden’s bounty of fresh vegetables, including carrots, celery, zucchini, and potatoes, all simmered in a rich beef broth enhanced with aromatic herbs like oregano and basil. Canned diced tomatoes and frozen green beans add bursts of flavor and texture, making every spoonful a delightful medley of taste. Ready in just under an hour, this soup is ideal for busy weeknights or meal prep, offering six generous servings of cozy, homemade goodness. Garnish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and serve steaming hot for a dish that’s as visually appealing as it is delicious. Perfect for fans of hearty soups or anyone looking to make the most of seasonal ingredients!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 yellow onion, diced
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1 medium zucchini, diced
• 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes (canned, with juices)
• 6 cups beef broth
• 1 cup frozen green beans
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large soup pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until fully browned and no pink remains. Drain any excess fat and set aside.

Step 3

In the same pot, add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Add the cubed potatoes, diced zucchini, canned diced tomatoes (with their juices), and beef broth to the pot. Stir to combine.

Step 6

Return the cooked ground beef to the pot and bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to a simmer and stir in the frozen green beans, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper.

Step 8

Cover the pot partially with a lid and let the soup simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.

Step 10

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley, if desired. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3661.6 grams (3661.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1899

Total Fat 100.60g	129%
Saturated Fat 36.40g	182%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.60g
Cholesterol 301mg	100%
Sodium 9303mg	404%
Total Carbohydrate 153.80g	56%
Dietary Fiber 29.90g	107%
Total Sugars 42.20g
Protein 112.90g	226%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 586mg	45%
Iron 19mg	103%
Potassium 6760mg	144%

*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: 45.9%

Protein: 22.9%

Carbs: 31.2%