Crockpot Vegetable Beef Soup
Warm up your evenings with a comforting bowl of Crockpot Vegetable Beef Soup. This hearty dish is perfect for busy families, potlucks, or meal prep, combining tender beef with a medley of colorful vegetables. With only 15 minutes of prep time, simply toss the ingredients into your slow cooker and let it work its magic while you go about your day. Each spoonful delivers rich flavors and satisfying nourishment, making it an ideal choice for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 480 minutes
- Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon oil
- 1 pound cubed beef
- 2 large carrots, peeled and chopped
- 2 ribs celery, finely chopped
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 pound potatoes, chopped
- 1 can diced tomatoes (14oz)
- 1 cup green beans, trimmed and chopped
- ¾ cup marinara sauce
- ½ cup corn (canned or frozen)
- 1 bay leaf
- 1½ teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ¼ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the cubed beef on all sides before transferring it to the slow cooker.
- In the same skillet, sauté carrots, celery, and onion until softened. Add garlic and tomato paste; cook for an additional minute.
- Combine sautéed vegetables with beef in the slow cooker. Add broth, potatoes, diced tomatoes (with juice), green beans, marinara sauce, corn, bay leaf, and seasonings.
- Cover and cook on low for 7 to 8 hours until beef and vegetables are tender. Adjust seasonings before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg