Low Fat Hearty Beef Roast Stew

Savor the comfort of a home-cooked classic with this Low Fat Hearty Beef Roast Stew, a lighter take on a traditional favorite that's perfect for cozy dinners and meal prepping. Featuring tender chunks of lean beef chuck roast simmered to perfection in a flavorful base of low-sodium beef broth, tomato paste, and aromatic herbs like thyme and rosemary, this stew is both rich and nourishing without the heaviness. Hearty vegetables including carrots, celery, and potatoes add wholesome depth, while a pop of sweetness from peas and the freshness of parsley finish the dish beautifully. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a long, slow simmer to lock in flavor, this low-fat stew is an easy, one-pot meal that's as healthy as it is satisfying. Perfect for six servings, it pairs wonderfully with crusty whole-grain bread or a simple side salad for a complete and guilt-free comfort meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:180 mins

Total Time:200 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds lean beef chuck roast
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 4 carrots, peeled and sliced
• 3 celery stalks, sliced
• 3 medium potatoes, peeled and chopped
• 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Trim excess fat from the beef chuck roast and cut it into 1-inch cubes.

Step 2

In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Add the beef cubes to the pot in batches, browning them on all sides. Remove beef and set aside on a plate.

Step 4

In the same pot, add the diced onions and sauté for 4-5 minutes until translucent.

Step 5

Add minced garlic and sauté for another minute until fragrant.

Step 6

Stir in the sliced carrots, celery, and potatoes, cooking for 5 minutes while stirring occasionally.

Step 7

Return the browned beef to the pot.

Step 8

Pour in the low-sodium beef broth, adding the tomato paste, bay leaves, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Stir well.

Step 9

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

Step 10

Simmer gently for about 2.5 to 3 hours, or until the beef and vegetables are tender.

Step 11

About 10 minutes before serving, add the frozen peas to the pot and stir well.

Step 12

Discard the bay leaves and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if necessary.

Step 13

Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3338.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2909.7

Total Fat 155.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 52.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 510.3mg	0%
Sodium 3904.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 208.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 39.5g	0%
Total Sugars 47.3g
Protein 188.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 531.6mg	0%
Iron 28.8mg	0%
Potassium 8376.2mg	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: 46.9%

Protein: 25.2%

Carbs: 27.9%