Low Sodium Hearty Beef Stew with Mushrooms

Warm your soul with this Low Sodium Hearty Beef Stew with Mushrooms, a wholesome and flavorful dish designed to deliver maximum taste without extra salt. Tender chunks of seared beef, earthy button mushrooms, and hearty vegetables like carrots, celery, and potatoes combine to create a satisfying, nutrient-packed meal. Slow-simmered in a rich low-sodium beef broth infused with garlic, thyme, and tomato paste, this stew achieves depth of flavor while remaining heart-healthy. A cornstarch slurry lends the perfect velvety texture, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley adds a burst of color and freshness. Perfect for cozy dinners, this easy low-sodium beef stew is sure to become a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:150 mins

Total Time:170 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 large Yellow onion, chopped
• 3 medium Carrots, peeled and sliced
• 3 stalks Celery stalks, sliced
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 8 ounces Button mushrooms, quartered
• 2 medium Potatoes, diced
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 6 cups Low sodium beef broth
• 1 leaf Bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons Cold water

Directions

Step 1

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add beef cubes in batches to avoid overcrowding, browning each piece on all sides. This should take about 5-7 minutes per batch. Remove browned meat from the pot and set aside.

Step 2

In the same pot, reduce heat to medium and add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Add chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes, or until the onions are translucent and vegetables are beginning to soften.

Step 3

Stir in the garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add mushrooms to the pot and cook for another 5 minutes until they start to release their moisture.

Step 5

Stir in the tomato paste, and cook for an additional 2 minutes to deepen the flavor.

Step 6

Return the browned beef to the pot. Add diced potatoes, low sodium beef broth, bay leaf, dried thyme, and black pepper. Stir to combine all ingredients.

Step 7

Bring the stew to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to a low simmer. Cover the pot and let it cook for about 2 hours, or until the beef and vegetables are tender.

Step 8

Mix cornstarch with cold water in a small bowl to form a slurry. Slowly stir the slurry into the stew to thicken it slightly. Cook for an additional 5 minutes.

Step 9

Remove the bay leaf from the stew. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, remembering it is a low sodium dish.

Step 10

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3545.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3223.7

Total Fat 214.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 77.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 680.4mg	0%
Sodium 1658.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 145.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.4g	0%
Total Sugars 27.2g
Protein 194.4g	0%

Vitamin D 15.9IU	0%
Calcium 408.2mg	0%
Iron 31.8mg	0%
Potassium 7612.9mg	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: 58.7%

Protein: 23.6%

Carbs: 17.7%