Heart-Healthy Hearty Beef Stew

Cozy up with a bowl of **Heart-Healthy Hearty Beef Stew**, a delicious, nutrient-packed twist on the classic comfort food. Made with tender, lean beef and an array of vibrant vegetables like carrots, celery, and red potatoes, this recipe combines wholesome ingredients with bold flavors. A fragrant blend of dried thyme, rosemary, and garlic infuses the low-sodium beef broth with rich, savory depth, while tomato paste adds a tangy brightness. Packed with fiber, protein, and heart-friendly olive oil, this slow-simmered stew is as nourishing as it is satisfying. Perfect for a chilly evening, it’s finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and served hot for a truly comforting, guilt-free meal your whole family will love. Whether you're focused on healthy eating or simply crave a hearty dinner, this dish proves that wholesome can still mean indulgent!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:120 mins

Total Time:140 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 lb Lean beef stew meat
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 1 piece Medium onion, chopped
• 3 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
• 3 pieces Carrots, sliced
• 2 pieces Celery stalks, sliced
• 4 pieces Red potatoes, cubed
• 4 cups Low-sodium beef broth
• 2 tbsp Tomato paste
• 1 piece Bay leaf
• 1 tsp Dried thyme
• 1 tsp Dried rosemary
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 1 cup Frozen peas
• 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the beef stew meat and brown on all sides, working in batches if necessary. Remove the beef and set it aside.

Step 2

In the same pot, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic, cooking for another 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the sliced carrots, celery, and cubed potatoes to the pot and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 5

Return the browned beef to the pot. Pour in the low-sodium beef broth and add the tomato paste, stirring well to combine.

Step 6

Add the bay leaf, dried thyme, dried rosemary, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir to mix the spices with the rest of the ingredients.

Step 7

Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let simmer for about 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the beef is tender and the vegetables are cooked through.

Step 8

Ten minutes before the cooking time is up, add the frozen peas to the pot and stir them in.

Step 9

Remove the bay leaf before serving. Sprinkle fresh parsley over the stew for garnish.

Step 10

Serve the heart-healthy beef stew hot, and enjoy this comforting, nutrient-rich meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2630.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1746.3

Total Fat 54.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 317.5mg	0%
Sodium 2281.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 173.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 29.5g	0%
Total Sugars 36.1g
Protein 152.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 379.7mg	0%
Iron 21.2mg	0%
Potassium 6194.4mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 27.4%

Protein: 33.9%

Carbs: 38.7%