Soup, beef and vegetables, canned, ready-to-serve
Whole food · Soups, Sauces, and Gravies
This is a classic, hearty canned soup featuring tender chunks of beef and a medley of vegetables like carrots, potatoes, and celery in a savory, clear broth. It offers a comforting, familiar taste with a soft, ready-to-eat texture. Nutritionally, it's a light, low-calorie option that provides a modest boost of protein and fiber.
Calorie split: 27% protein · 52% carbs · 22% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love it for its nostalgic, homestyle flavor and the comforting warmth it provides on a cold day. It's a versatile pantry staple that can be enjoyed alone or as a quick base for a more elaborate meal.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The primary concern is often the high sodium content typical of canned soups, which can be problematic for blood pressure management. To counteract this, look for 'low sodium' versions, and always pair it with a fresh, low-sodium side like a green salad or whole-grain bread to balance the meal.
Key benefits
- Low in calories and fat per serving
- Provides a source of dietary fiber
- Contains protein from beef
- Convenient, shelf-stable, ready-to-eat meal
- Offers a mix of vegetables in one serving
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The process of canning was originally developed in the early 19th century not for convenience, but to provide a stable food source for Napoleon's armies.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 88.2 g |
| Energy | 48.0 kcal |
| Energy | 200 kj |
| Protein | 3.2 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 1.2 g |
| Ash | 1.3 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 6.2 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 1.2 g |
| Total Sugars | 1.3 g |
| Sucrose | 0.62 g |
| Glucose | 0.29 g |
| Fructose | 0.33 g |
| Lactose | 0.00 g |
| Maltose | 0.00 g |
| Galactose | 0.00 g |
| Starch | 3.1 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 18.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.51 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 10.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 48.0 mg |
| Potassium, K | 174 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 326 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.56 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.03 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.07 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 3.0 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 3.6 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.01 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.02 mg |
| Niacin | 0.98 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.13 mg |
| Folate, total | 9.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 9.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 9.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 11.4 mg |
| Betaine | 0.90 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.17 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 115 ug |
| Retinol | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 1110 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 528 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 2290 iu |
| Lycopene | 624 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 119 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.45 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 1.0 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 6.0 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 0.41 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.03 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 0.24 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.13 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 0.30 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.02 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 0.27 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 0.34 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.30 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.02 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.01 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.01 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.00 g |
| Cholesterol | 7.0 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
Estimated from Soup, bean with pork, canned, condensed — USDA does not publish this profile for Soup.
| Tryptophan | 0.06 g |
| Threonine | 0.24 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.29 g |
| Leucine | 0.48 g |
| Lysine | 0.40 g |
| Methionine | 0.07 g |
| Cystine | 0.07 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.33 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.18 g |
| Valine | 0.32 g |
| Arginine | 0.31 g |
| Histidine | 0.15 g |
| Alanine | 0.29 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.66 g |
| Glutamic acid | 1.1 g |
| Glycine | 0.28 g |
| Proline | 0.27 g |
| Serine | 0.29 g |
FAQ
Is canned beef and vegetable soup healthy?
It can be a part of a healthy diet, especially low-sodium versions. It's low in calories and fat and provides some protein and fiber. However, it's often high in sodium, so moderation and pairing with fresh foods is key.
How long does canned soup last after opening?
Once opened, transfer any unused soup to a covered container in the refrigerator and consume it within 3-4 days for best quality and safety.
Can I eat this soup straight from the can?
While it is 'ready-to-serve' and safe to eat cold, it is almost always more palatable when heated thoroughly on the stovetop or in a microwave.
Nutrient density (calculated · NRF9.3)
Nutrient Rich Foods index: beneficial nutrients (protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals) minus saturated fat, added sugar & sodium, per 100 kcal.
NRF9.3 index — Fulgoni, Keast & Drewnowski, 2009. Computed from USDA nutrients.
Weight-loss friendliness (composite index)
Energy density 0.48 kcal/g · 27% calories from protein · 1.2 g fiber · 1.3 g sugar per 100 g.
Composite of energy density (Rolls et al., 1999), protein & fiber satiety, minus sugar. A calculated heuristic — ranks satiety-per-calorie, not a clinical measure.
Dietary load (calculated from USDA values)
Potential renal acid load. Positive = acid-forming, negative = alkaline-forming.
Sodium-to-potassium ratio: 1.87 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.