Keto Hearty Beef Stew with Vegetables

Warm, comforting, and perfectly suited for a low-carb lifestyle, this Keto Hearty Beef Stew with Vegetables is the ultimate one-pot meal for cozy nights in. Brimming with tender, seared beef, earthy rutabaga, and a medley of nutrient-packed vegetables like carrots, celery, and mushrooms, this keto-friendly recipe strikes the perfect balance between wholesome and satisfying. Simmered in a rich beef broth infused with garlic, thyme, and bay leaves, this stew promises deep, robust flavors in every spoonful. Not only is it easy to prepare in a single pot, but it’s also a crowd-pleaser, serving up to six hearty portions. Garnished with fresh parsley, this low-carb beef stew is perfect for meal prepping or enjoying as a comforting gluten-free dinner that will warm you from the inside out!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:120 mins

Total Time:140 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds beef stew meat
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 4 cups beef broth
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 leaves bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 medium carrot, sliced
• 2 stalks celery stalks, chopped
• 1 large rutabaga, peeled and cubed
• 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Add the beef stew meat and sear on all sides until brown. Remove the meat and set it aside.

Step 3

In the same pot, add the chopped onions and sauté until they are translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Pour in the beef broth and stir in the tomato paste until well combined.

Step 6

Add the bay leaves, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 7

Return the seared beef to the pot and stir in the sliced carrot, chopped celery, and cubed rutabaga.

Step 8

Cover the pot, reduce the heat to low, and let simmer for 1 hour.

Step 9

Add the sliced mushrooms to the stew and continue to cook for another 30 minutes, or until the meat is tender and the vegetables are cooked through.

Step 10

Taste the stew and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if necessary.

Step 11

Remove the bay leaves before serving.

Step 12

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2524.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2924.4

Total Fat 181.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 62.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.1g
Cholesterol 816.5mg	0%
Sodium 6739.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 45.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.7g	0%
Total Sugars 21.2g
Protein 259.7g	0%

Vitamin D 22.7IU	0%
Calcium 424.7mg	0%
Iron 29.8mg	0%
Potassium 5421.4mg	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: 57.3%

Protein: 36.4%

Carbs: 6.3%