Heart-Healthy Hearty Potato and Meat Stew

Warm up with a bowl of Heart-Healthy Hearty Potato and Meat Stew, a comforting and nutritious dish that's as flavorful as it is wholesome. This delicious recipe features tender chunks of lean beef stew meat, perfectly paired with vibrant vegetables like carrots, celery, and red potatoes. Simmered to perfection in a savory low-sodium beef broth with aromatic spices like thyme and bay leaves, this stew offers hearty satisfaction without compromising on health. A touch of olive oil and fresh parsley add a delightful finishing touch, making it ideal for a cozy family dinner or meal prep for the week. With just 20 minutes of prep and a slow simmer that locks in flavor, this heart-healthy recipe is sure to become a favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:110 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound lean beef stew meat
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 large carrots, sliced
• 2 stalks celery stalks, sliced
• 4 medium red potatoes, cubed
• 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
• 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 2 leaves bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 3

Increase the heat to medium-high and add the lean beef stew meat. Cook until the meat is browned on all sides, about 6-8 minutes.

Step 4

Add the sliced carrots and celery to the pot. Stir and cook for another 5 minutes.

Step 5

Add the cubed red potatoes to the pot along with the beef broth, canned diced tomatoes (with their juice), bay leaves, and dried thyme.

Step 6

Stir in the salt and black pepper.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot.

Step 8

Let the stew simmer for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until the meat and potatoes are tender.

Step 9

Stir occasionally and check the seasoning, adjusting with more salt and pepper if necessary.

Step 10

Once done, remove the bay leaves and discard.

Step 11

Serve hot, garnished with fresh chopped parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3069.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1732.5

Total Fat 53.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.8g
Cholesterol 325.7mg	0%
Sodium 2943.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 178.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 33.6g	0%
Total Sugars 44.5g
Protein 149.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 633.5mg	0%
Iron 24.1mg	0%
Potassium 7327.3mg	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: 26.7%

Protein: 33.4%

Carbs: 39.9%