High Protein Savory Stewed Ground Beef
Packed with hearty vegetables, flavorful spices, and protein-rich quinoa, this High Protein Savory Stewed Ground Beef is the ultimate comfort food with a nutritious twist. Tender ground beef is simmered to perfection with a medley of onions, garlic, carrots, celery, and red bell pepper, then infused with the tangy depth of soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and earthy herbs like thyme and oregano. A splash of beef broth and canned diced tomatoes creates a rich, saucy base that ties everything together, while cooked quinoa adds texture and an extra boost of protein. Ready in under an hour, this one-pot recipe is perfect for a wholesome family dinner or meal prep. Top it off with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, and serve it warm for a savory, satisfying meal that’s both healthy and delicious. Keywords: high protein, ground beef recipe, savory stew, one-pot dinner, comfort food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium, diced yellow onion
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 2 medium, peeled and diced carrot
- 2 diced celery stalks
- 1 diced red bell pepper
- 14.5 ounce can canned diced tomatoes
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
- 1.5 cups cooked quinoa
Instructions
Heat a large pot over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Add the diced onion to the pot and sauté for 5 minutes until it becomes translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
Add the ground beef to the pot and cook until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon as it cooks, about 6-8 minutes.
Drain any excess fat from the pot.
Add the diced carrot, celery, and red bell pepper to the pot, cooking for 5 minutes until they begin to soften.
Pour in the canned diced tomatoes, beef broth, soy sauce, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir to combine.
Add the dried thyme, dried oregano, ground black pepper, and salt, stirring to integrate the spices.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 25 minutes.
Stir in the cooked quinoa and let simmer for an additional 5 minutes to heat through.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2052 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 129.2 g | 166% | |
| Saturated Fat | 41.2 g | 206% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 329 mg | 110% | |
| Sodium | 6826 mg | 297% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 124.4 g | 45% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.5 g | 116% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.8 g | ||
| Protein | 107.9 g | 216% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 566 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 19.6 mg | 109% | |
| Potassium | 4916 mg | 105% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
