High Protein Hearty Beef and Beans Stew

Loaded with tender chunks of beef, hearty beans, and a medley of vibrant vegetables, this High Protein Hearty Beef and Beans Stew is the ultimate one-pot comfort meal. Bursting with smoky paprika, fragrant thyme, and savory beef broth, this stew delivers a robust flavor profile while packing a significant protein punch thanks to the combination of beef, kidney beans, and black beans. Perfectly balanced with nutritional veggies like carrots, celery, and peas, this satisfying dish is slow-simmered to tender perfection, making it a favorite for weeknight dinners or meal prepping. Ready in just over an hour, it’s easy to pair with crusty bread or fluffy rice for a truly filling and nourishing meal. With its rich, savory depth and high-protein content, this stew is sure to become a go-to recipe for hearty, wholesome comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:110 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 large onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 3 carrots, sliced
• 2 celery stalks, sliced
• 15 ounces diced tomatoes, canned
• 4 cups beef broth
• 15 ounces red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 15 ounces black beans, drained and rinsed
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Add beef cubes to the pot and sear until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Work in batches to avoid overcrowding the pot.

Step 3

Remove the beef and set aside. In the same pot, add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the sliced carrots and celery, and sauté for another 5 minutes, until they start to soften.

Step 6

Return the beef to the pot, along with the diced tomatoes, beef broth, kidney beans, and black beans.

Step 7

Add in the bay leaves, thyme, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 8

Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until the beef is tender.

Step 9

Stir in the frozen peas and cook for an additional 5 minutes until the peas are heated through.

Step 10

Remove bay leaves and discard. Stir in the fresh parsley just before serving.

Step 11

Serve the stew hot with crusty bread or over a bed of rice if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3944.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3724.1

Total Fat 218.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 79.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 635.0mg	0%
Sodium 8134.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 216.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 71.0g	0%
Total Sugars 40.4g
Protein 252.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 896.0mg	0%
Iron 49.6mg	0%
Potassium 8190.7mg	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: 51.1%

Protein: 26.3%

Carbs: 22.6%