Low Fat Hearty Beef and Squash Stew

Warm up your table with this Low Fat Hearty Beef and Squash Stew, a wholesome and flavor-packed recipe perfect for cozy dinners or meal prepping. Made with tender lean beef, vibrant butternut squash, and aromatic herbs like thyme and rosemary, this stew offers a rich, comforting taste while keeping calories in check. Nutritious vegetables like carrots, celery, and onion are simmered in a low-sodium beef broth, creating a savory, satisfying dish that's as healthy as it is hearty. Ready in just under two hours, this one-pot wonder is an ideal choice for busy weeknights or lazy weekends. Garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness, it's guaranteed to become a family favorite. Try this low-fat beef stew today and enjoy a satisfying bowl of comfort food without the guilt.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:110 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 500 grams lean beef stew meat
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 whole small yellow onion
• 3 whole garlic cloves
• 2 large carrots
• 2 whole celery stalks
• 500 grams butternut squash
• 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1 whole bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Dice the yellow onion and mince the garlic cloves. Slice the carrots and celery, and cube the butternut squash into bite-sized pieces.

Step 2

In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the beef and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the beef from the pot and set aside.

Step 3

In the same pot, add the onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes or until the vegetables begin to soften.

Step 4

Stir in the tomato paste, dried thyme, and dried rosemary. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the tomato paste darkens slightly and coats the vegetables.

Step 5

Return the browned beef to the pot, then add the butternut squash, beef broth, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for about 1.5 hours, stirring occasionally, until the beef is tender and the flavors meld.

Step 7

Remove and discard the bay leaf. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 8

Serve hot, garnished with freshly chopped parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2366.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1304.6

Total Fat 42.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.5g
Cholesterol 350mg	0%
Sodium 3434.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 95.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.2g	0%
Total Sugars 27.0g
Protein 148.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 449.9mg	0%
Iron 19.6mg	0%
Potassium 4750.8mg	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: 28.2%

Protein: 43.7%

Carbs: 28.0%