Low Fat Hearty Venison Stew

Indulge in the rich, comforting flavors of this Low Fat Hearty Venison Stew, a nourishing dish that’s big on taste but light on calories. Packed with lean venison, robust vegetables like carrots, celery, and potatoes, and a savory low-sodium beef broth enhanced with aromatic thyme and bay leaves, this stew is a wholesome meal perfect for any day of the week. The recipe combines the earthy, gamey flavors of venison with simple, fresh ingredients for a satisfying, guilt-free dinner that’s naturally low in fat. Slow-simmered to tender perfection in just over two hours, this one-pot wonder is easy to make and full of nutrients. Garnished with vibrant fresh parsley, it’s a hearty and healthy way to warm up your evening. Ideal for meal prep or serving a family, this gluten-free stew is both comforting and wholesome!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:120 mins

Total Time:140 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 g venison stew meat
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium onion
• 3 garlic cloves
• 2 medium carrots
• 2 celery stalks
• 3 medium potatoes
• 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 tsp thyme
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp salt
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Trim any visible fat from the venison stew meat and cut into bite-sized pieces.

Step 2

In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Add the venison and brown on all sides, about 5 minutes. Remove the venison and set aside.

Step 4

Peel and chop the onion and mince the garlic cloves. Add to the pot and sauté for 3-4 minutes until the onion is translucent.

Step 5

Peel and slice the carrots, and chop the celery into bite-sized pieces. Add to the pot and cook for another 4 minutes.

Step 6

Peel and dice the potatoes into 1-inch cubes and add them to the pot.

Step 7

Return the venison to the pot and stir in 4 cups of low-sodium beef broth, 2 tablespoons of tomato paste, 2 bay leaves, 1 teaspoon of thyme, 0.5 teaspoon of black pepper, and 1 teaspoon of salt.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Simmer gently for 90-120 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the venison is tender and the vegetables are cooked through.

Step 10

Chop fresh parsley and sprinkle over the stew before serving.

Step 11

Serve hot and enjoy your Low Fat Hearty Venison Stew!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2494.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1719.8

Total Fat 33.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.5g
Cholesterol 560mg	0%
Sodium 3451.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 173.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.0g	0%
Total Sugars 26.0g
Protein 180.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 343.8mg	0%
Iron 28.2mg	0%
Potassium 6546.9mg	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: 17.8%

Protein: 42.0%

Carbs: 40.3%