Hamburger Vegetable Soup Recipe

Name: Hamburger Vegetable Soup
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 1 pound lean ground beef; ½ cup chopped yellow onion; 3 cloves garlic (minces); 28 ounces canned diced tomatoes with juice; 3 cups frozen vegetables for soup ((includes corn,peas, tomatoes, carrots, green beans, and potatoes)); 3 cups beef broth; 15 ounce can tomato sauce; 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning; 1 teaspoon Beef Better ThanBouillon; ¼ teaspoon coarse kosher salt (or to taste); ¼ teaspoon black pepper; ¼ teaspoon garlic powder; ¼ teaspoon onion powder; ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes; 1 bay leaf; 2 tablespoons chopped parsley

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Hamburger Vegetable Soup is a deliciously simple, healthy soup crafted with convenient frozen mixed vegetables. It’s a filling and nutritious soup loved by the whole family! Even better, it’s a one-pot recipe that takes only 30 minutes to make.

A white bowl filled with hamburger vegetable soup.

My Hamburger Soup recipe is great for a cozy and tasty meal that’s simple to make. It’ll warm you up and make everyone happy—it’s a real favorite in my family, and it is sure to be one in yours as well! Not to mention, it is a great way to get little ones and picky eaters to eat some veggies!

Add more crowd-pleasing and easy soup recipes to your weekly menu, like classic Chicken Noodle Soup, creamy Chicken Pot Pie Soup Recipe, and cheesy Potato Soup Recipe with crapy bacon bits.

Ingredient Notes

Beef: Keep it simple and healthy with a pound of lean ground beef or extra lean.
Onion and garlic: The classic combo of chopped yellow onion and cloves of fresh garlic, minced, brings sweetness and a hint of spice. Make it even easier with frozen or pre-chopped onion and a jar of minced garlic.
Tomatoes: Add to the tomato flavor with a can of diced tomatoes. Don’t drain it– You want the yummy juice, too.
Veggies: I like to make my job a little easier by using frozen vegetables for this soup. Grab a bag of veggies for soup or vegetable medley, including corn, peas, tomatoes, carrots, green beans, and potatoes.
Veggie soup broth: The base of this tasty soup consists of beef broth, a 15-ounce can of tomato sauce to add thickness, and Beef Better Than Bouillon for more savory beef flavor. Use low-sodium products to keep it healthy.
Seasoning: Bring all the flavor with coarse kosher salt to taste, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and red pepper flakes for a hint of heat.
Fresh herbs: Add a bay leaf and chopped parsley for extra-fresh flavor.

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Variations and Substitutions

Hearty Soup: If using the frozen soup mix it already has some potatoes included. But if you want to use potatoes you have on hand to bulk up the hamburger and vegetable soup. I suggest Yukon Gold potatoes or red potatoes. You can also use russet potatoes if you are okay with peeling them. Be sure to cut them in uniform size and cook until fork tender.
Hamburger Soup with Pasta: Use a veggie mix without potatoes and add in orzo, small shells, macaroni, alphabet pasta, or another small pasta variety when you add the vegetables.
Hamburger Soup With Rice: Add a cup of cooked white or brown rice to the pot of soup at the end. I like to precook my rice and scoop in individual servings so that the rice doesn’t puff up. You can also put the cooked rice in once soup pot has finished cooking.
More Beefy Flavor: Worcestershire sauce is the secret ingredient in other beef and veggie soup recipes. It enhances the beef flavor and adds depth.
Frozen and Fresh Vegetables: You can use a combination of fresh and frozen veggies for convenience and fresh flavor.
Swap the Ground Beef: Instead of hamburger meat, use ground turkey or ground chicken for a leaner soup. Or add ground pork or ground sausage for a different flavor profile.
Thicker Base with More Tomato Flavor: Tomato paste is a great way to thicken the sauce and bring a more robust tomato flavor to the soup.

Gluten-Free Veggie Soup

If you want to make this soup gluten-free, you are in luck. With a few minor adjustments, you can make it just as tasty without the allergen.

First, make sure all the spices have the certified gf label.
Then use the gluten-free versions of beef broth and beef bullion, and there you have it!

How to Make Easy Hamburger Soup Recipe

✱ Be sure to see the recipe card below for exact ingredients and full recipe instructions!

Step 1 | Brown the beef

Set a large pot over medium heat and add the ground beef, onion, and minced garlic, cooking for just 5 to 7 minutes or until the juices run clear.

A two image collage showing adding raw ground beef, diced onion and minced garlic to a soup pot and then after it has cooked.

Step 2 | Add remaining ingredients

Next, add the canned tomatoes and frozen veggies along with all remaining soup ingredients. Pour in the beef broth and tomato sauce, and add the Italian seasoning, Beef Better Than Bouillon, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, red pepper flakes, and bay leaf.

A four image collage of adding diced tomatoes to hamburger mixture, then adding tomato sauce, then adding beef broth and all ingredients needed for vegetable soup with ground beef.

Step 3 | Simmer and serve!

All that’s left to do is let the soup simmer for 20 minutes, stirring every once in a while. After, remove the bay leaf and sprinkle parsley on top. Finally, enjoy the ground beef soup recipe with crusty bread to sop up all the goodness!

A two collage image showing soup in a pot with seasoning floating on top and then after it is stirred to incorporate.

RECIPE Tips

Brown the Beef: Cook the ground beef until it’s well-browned. This step enhances the soup’s depth of flavor through the Maillard reaction.
Add Salt Last: As you add broth and other ingredients, taste the soup and add small amounts of salt to balance the flavors. Be cautious, as some broths and ingredients (like canned tomatoes) can already be salty, this will vary with brands.
Hamburger Soup To-Go: If you’re bringing hamburger soup to a potluck or party, think about keeping it warm in a crockpot or slow cooker.

See Variations & Substitions and Recipe FAQ’s for even more tips!

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Recipe FAQs

What gives vegetable soup that depth of flavor?

Here are some tips to make your vegetable soup extra tasty: Add Italian seasoning and tomato paste to the veggies to enhance their flavor. Or you can use fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary.

What can boost the flavor of meat and vegetables in soup?

If you’re putting meat in your soup, sear or brown it first to give it a richer flavor. This works great for chicken, sausage, or beef, making sure they stay tasty and tender in the broth.

What thickens vegetable soup?

To thicken a soup, stir in cream or yogurt, mix in flour or cornflour, use a butter and flour mixture, blend bread into it, or add lentils or rice.

A large pot of vegetable soup made with hamburger.

Storage, Freezer, & Make Ahead Instructions

TO STORE: After cooking, store any extra soup in a sealed container in your fridge. It stays fresh for about 3 to 4 days.
MAKE-AHEAD: Get ready for a stress-free week by preparing ahead! Make a big batch of vegetable beef soup on meal prep day, store it in an airtight container in the fridge or freezer, and simply reheat when you’re hungry for a homemade meal.
TO FREEZE: If you want to save some for later, freeze the soup in a freezer-safe container or zip-top bag. It can keep well in the freezer for up to 3 months.
TO REHEAT: When you’re ready to enjoy it again, warm up the soup on the stove or in the microwave until it’s heated through.

What to Serve with Healthy Ground Beef Vegetable Soup Recipe

Make a complete meal by serving this crowd-pleasing soup with delicious bread, like easy Air Fryer Texas Toast Garlic Bread, Cheesy Green Chile Bread, or crusty Irish Soda Bread.

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