Low Fat Hearty Stewed Meat with Vegetables
Savor the comforting flavors of this *Low Fat Hearty Stewed Meat with Vegetables*, a wholesome dish that combines lean beef, vibrant root vegetables, and aromatic herbs for a healthy yet satisfying meal. Perfect for cozy family dinners, this stew features tender chunks of lean beef simmered in a savory low-sodium beef broth alongside carrots, celery, and potatoes, all accented with garlic, thyme, and a touch of sweetness from frozen peas. With its minimal use of olive oil and focus on nutrient-packed ingredients, this recipe is a lighter take on traditional stews without compromising on rich, hearty flavors. Ready in just over two hours and generously serving six, it’s an ideal make-ahead option for meal prep or batch cooking. Garnished with fresh parsley for a punch of brightness, this low-fat beef stew is as nourishing as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Lean beef stew meat
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 medium, diced Onion
- 3 cloves, minced Garlic
- 3 large, sliced Carrots
- 2 stalks, sliced Celery
- 2 medium, diced Potatoes
- 4 cups Low-sodium beef broth
- 1 Bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon, dried Thyme
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 cup Frozen peas
- 2 tablespoons, chopped Fresh parsley
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the lean beef stew meat and brown on all sides. This will take about 5-7 minutes. Remove the beef from the pot and set aside.
In the same pot, add the diced onion and sauté until it becomes translucent, about 3 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
Add the sliced carrots and celery to the pot and sauté for 5 minutes until they begin to soften.
Return the browned beef to the pot. Stir in the diced potatoes, low-sodium beef broth, bay leaf, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper.
Bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Simmer the stew gently for 1.5-2 hours, or until the beef is tender and the vegetables are cooked to your liking.
In the final 10 minutes of cooking, add the frozen peas to the pot and stir them in, allowing them to cook through.
Taste the stew and adjust the seasoning if needed. Discard the bay leaf.
Garnish each serving with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1619 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 43.2 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.6 g | 63% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 350 mg | 117% | |
| Sodium | 3448 mg | 150% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 153.1 g | 56% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.8 g | 96% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.6 g | ||
| Protein | 162.0 g | 324% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 368 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 23.0 mg | 128% | |
| Potassium | 5709 mg | 121% | |
*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.
