Low Fat Hearty Beef Roast Stew
Indulge in the comforting flavors of this Low Fat Hearty Beef Roast Stew, a nutritious twist on classic comfort food. Featuring lean beef chuck roast simmered to perfection alongside a medley of vibrant vegetables—potatoes, carrots, celery, and peas—this stew is both light and satisfying. Flavored with aromatic garlic, onions, and a blend of herbs like thyme and rosemary, every spoonful is bursting with warmth and depth. A splash of low-sodium beef broth and a dollop of tomato paste create a rich, savory base without unwanted heaviness. Perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or meal prep, this stew is the ultimate make-ahead dish, offering six servings of hearty goodness. Ready in just over three hours, it’s a wholesome, low-fat recipe that will warm your heart and your health.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds lean beef chuck roast
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 carrots, peeled and sliced
- 3 celery stalks, sliced
- 3 medium potatoes, peeled and chopped
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Trim excess fat from the beef chuck roast and cut it into 1-inch cubes.
In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat.
Add the beef cubes to the pot in batches, browning them on all sides. Remove beef and set aside on a plate.
In the same pot, add the diced onions and sauté for 4-5 minutes until translucent.
Add minced garlic and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
Stir in the sliced carrots, celery, and potatoes, cooking for 5 minutes while stirring occasionally.
Return the browned beef to the pot.
Pour in the low-sodium beef broth, adding the tomato paste, bay leaves, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot.
Simmer gently for about 2.5 to 3 hours, or until the beef and vegetables are tender.
About 10 minutes before serving, add the frozen peas to the pot and stir well.
Discard the bay leaves and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if necessary.
Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2910 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 155.6 g | 199% | |
| Saturated Fat | 52.3 g | 262% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 510 mg | 170% | |
| Sodium | 3904 mg | 170% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 208.1 g | 76% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 39.5 g | 141% | |
| Total Sugars | 47.3 g | ||
| Protein | 188.2 g | 376% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 532 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 28.8 mg | 160% | |
| Potassium | 8376 mg | 178% | |
*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.
