Our delicious Vegetable Beef Stew is a healthy and comforting meal that is perfect for a family dinner. Filled with nutritious vegetables and delicious chunks of beef.
This hearty and easy vegetable beef stew is loaded with tender chunks of beef, nutritious veggies, and a flavorful, savory broth. It comes together quickly and is perfect for chilly evenings!
I absolutely love it when vegetable beef stew is simmering on the stove. It's comfort food at its best. It's filling, warming, and downright delicious.
This soup is inspired by many comforting stew recipes we have enjoyed in our home over the years. This version never disappoints.
For more cozy dinners, check out our Chicken rice soup or our chicken noodle soup.
Key Ingredients For Making Vegetable Beef Soup
This recipe uses easy ingredients that you are likely to have in your pantry. Here are the ingredients:
- Beef: I prefer chuck roast because it becomes really tender as it simmers. You can easily substitute stew meat or even leftover roast beef if you have some handy.
- Veggies: Carrots, potatoes, celery, and onions make this stew vibrant and hearty. Feel free to toss in any other vegetables you love, such as mushrooms, zucchini, or sweet potatoes.
- Broth: Beef broth is the base of this stew, providing deep flavor. Vegetable broth works very well, too, if you prefer.
- Tomato Paste & Herbs: Tomato paste adds richness and depth, while herbs like bay leaves, thyme, and parsley enhance the flavors beautifully.
How to Make Vegetable Beef Stew
Making this stew is very simple:
- Brown the Beef: Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Brown the beef chunks on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add Vegetables: Toss in chopped onions, carrots, celery, and garlic. Cook until they soften a bit, about 5 minutes. Stir in tomato paste and cook for another minute.
- Simmer: Pour in beef broth, add diced potatoes, bay leaves, and thyme. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer covered until beef is tender, about 1½ hours.
- Finish: Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh parsley.
Recipe Tips
- Browning Beef: Don’t skip this step! Browning creates a delicious crust that boosts flavor.
- Vegetable Choices: Customize with whatever vegetables you have on hand or prefer.
- Make-Ahead Friendly: This stew tastes even better the next day, making it ideal for meal prep.
The Perfect Vegetable Beef Soup Recipe
This Vegetable Beef Soup is packed with tender beef, hearty vegetables, and a rich, flavorful broth. Perfectly cozy, incredibly delicious, and easy to prepare—this soup is comfort in a bowl!
This classic soup recipe has been in my family for a while now. This soup is hearty, packed full of nutritious veggies, and the most tender beef chunks you will ever taste. Plus, it’s an excellent way to use up leftover vegetables from our fridge, making it economical and practical!
Whether you are seeking warmth on a chilly day or simply craving a satisfying bowl of goodness, this Vegetable Beef Soup is the answer. Feel free to pair this with a crusty piece of bread to soak up the flavorful broth.
Looking for more comfort food recipes? Check out our Homestyle Chicken Pot Pie Recipe for another delicious and soul-soothing dish.
Customizing Your Vegetable Beef Soup
One of the joys of vegetable beef soup lies in its versatility. You can tailor the recipe to suit your preferences. Add extra vegetables, substitute beef for other proteins, or experiment with various spices.
You will also like more satisfying and comforting meals like Brown Stew Chicken, Comforting Homemade Chicken And Rice Soup, and Jamaican Curry Chicken.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can I use a different type of meat instead of beef?
You can customize your soup with other meats like chicken, turkey, or vegetarian options like tofu or plant-based meat substitutes, affecting flavor and texture.
- Can I make vegetable beef soup in a slow cooker?
Yes! You can make it in a slow cooker for convenience. Simply brown the beef and sauté the vegetables before transferring them to the slow cooker along with the broth and seasonings. Cook on high for 3-4 hours until the beef is tender and the flavors have melded together.
- Can I add additional seasonings or herbs to the soup?
You can adjust the seasonings and herbs according to your taste preferences. Feel free to experiment with different herbs and spices, such as paprika, cumin, oregano, or basil, to enhance the soup's flavor profile. Just remember to taste and adjust as you go along.
- Can I make the vegetable beef soup vegetarian or vegan?
Yes, you can replace beef with plant-based protein alternatives like tofu, tempeh, or seitan, use vegetable broth, and increase vegetables or legumes for added protein and texture.
- What kind of beef is best for Vegetable beef soup?
You can use stew meat, chuck roast, and sirloin. The longer the beef simmers in the soup, the more tender it will become.
How to store vegetable beef soup
Store soup in a refrigerator tightly sealed container for 3-4 days to prevent odors and flavors. You can also freeze it. Allow it to cool before transferring to containers or bags. Store for up to 3 months and reheat on the stove or microwave. Ensure you reheat it before eating it.
What to serve with Vegetable beef soup?
Enjoy the vegetable beef soup with Garlic Bread, Salad, Crusty Bread, Rice, Cornbread, focaccia bread, Caesar salad, soft dinner rolls, Steamed vegetables like Steamed broccoli, carrots, or green beans, Healthy Roasted Vegetables, cheese, and crackers.
Other Delicious Soup Recipes To Try:
- Red Lentil Soup
- Easy African Chicken Peanut Soup
- Okro Soup with Spinach
- African Pepper Soup – Goat Meat
- Okro pepper soup
- Simple African Chicken pepper soup
Vegetable Beef Soup
Ingredients
- 1 lb beef stew meat cut into small pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 carrots peeled and diced
- 2 celery stalks diced
- 1 bell pepper diced
- 2 cups chopped potatoes
- 1 cup chopped green beans
- 1 can diced tomatoes 15 oz
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 cups chopped kale or spinach
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
- Add the beef stew cut in small pieces and cook until browned.
- Remove the meat from the pot and set it aside.
- In the same pot, add onion, garlic, carrots, celery, and bell pepper. Sauté these for 5 minutes until the onions become translucent.
- Add the potatoes, green beans, diced tomatoes, and beef back into the pot.
- Now pour in the beef broth and add the dried thyme, salt, and black pepper.
- Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for about 1.5 hours.
- After simmering, add the chopped kale/spinach and cook for another 15-20 minutes.
- Enjoy your homemade hearty and nutritious Vegetable Beef Soup!
Notes
- Select slow-cooked beef cuts like stew meat, chuck roast, or sirloin for tender, flavorful cooking.
- Brown beef in a hot pan for flavor and rich broth before adding to the soup.
- Simmer beef until cooked, but avoid overcooking vegetables for a good texture.
- Gradually adjust the seasoning in the soup by tasting and adding more as needed to achieve desired flavor balance.
- Cut the ingredients into small pieces to make an even cooking.
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