Description
Learn how to make a delicious Chicken and Spinach Soup with Vegetables! This hearty recipe is packed with flavor and perfect for a cozy night in.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (30 ml) divided
- 1 pound beef slices
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 carrot, large, peeled and cubed into very small cubes
- 5 tomatoes, chopped
- 15 oz red kidney beans (from the can, drained)
- 3 cups fresh spinach
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 32 oz beef broth (4 cups)
- 2 cups water
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
Instructions
- Generously coat the beef slices with paprika, oregano, basil, and salt.
- In a large soup pot, warm 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Place the beef slices in the pot and cook on medium-high until they are browned on each side. The beef does not need to be fully cooked at this stage, as it will finish cooking in the soup.
- Add another tablespoon of vegetable oil to the same pot. Add the chopped onion, green bell pepper, and cubed carrot, cooking for another minute on medium-high heat.
- Incorporate the chopped tomatoes, red kidney beans, fresh spinach, and minced garlic into the pot.
- Pour in the beef broth and water. Sprinkle in 1/2 teaspoon of oregano and 1/2 teaspoon of basil.
- Increase the heat to bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to let it simmer for approximately 20-30 minutes, until the carrots are tender and the beef is completely cooked. Adjust the seasoning with salt to taste.
Notes
- Consider using homemade beef broth for a more flavorful soup.
- Add zucchini or corn for extra nutrition and texture.
- Thicken the soup by mashing some red kidney beans.
