Low Fat Hearty Beef Stew
Warm your soul with this Low Fat Hearty Beef Stew, a comforting one-pot meal that’s as flavorful as it is nutritious. Made with tender lean beef stew meat, vibrant vegetables like carrots, celery, and red potatoes, and simmered in a rich, low-sodium beef broth infused with tomato paste, garlic, and aromatic herbs, this stew is a lighter twist on the classic comfort food. With just a tablespoon of olive oil and plenty of fresh parsley for a bright finish, it’s perfect for those seeking a hearty yet healthy dinner option. Easy to prepare and slow-simmered to perfection, this stew is ideal for busy weeknights or meal prep. Serve it piping hot and enjoy a satisfying, guilt-free meal that’s sure to be a family favorite.
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Ingredients
- 500 grams Lean beef stew meat
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 large Onion, diced
- 3 Garlic cloves, minced
- 3 medium Carrots, peeled and sliced
- 3 stalks Celery stalks, sliced
- 4 medium Red potatoes, cubed
- 4 cups Low-sodium beef broth
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 1 Bay leaf
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
Step 2
Add the beef stew meat to the pot, season with salt and black pepper, and brown on all sides. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
Step 3
Once browned, remove the beef and set aside.
Step 4
In the same pot, add the diced onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes until translucent.
Step 5
Stir in the minced garlic, and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 6
Return the beef to the pot and add the sliced carrots, celery, and cubed potatoes.
Step 7
Pour in the beef broth, then stir in the tomato paste and Worcestershire sauce until well combined.
Step 8
Add the dried thyme and bay leaf, and bring the mixture to a boil.
Step 9
Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for about 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the beef is tender and the vegetables are cooked through.
Step 10
Remove the bay leaf, taste the stew, and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if necessary.
Step 11
Stir in the chopped fresh parsley just before serving.
Step 12
Serve hot and enjoy your low fat hearty beef stew.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2568.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1579.4 |
| Total Fat 42.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 12.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g | |
| Cholesterol 350mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3700.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 154.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 21.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 29.3g | |
| Protein 156.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 378.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 20.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 6138.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories